alleryWhy did early farmers value staple crops for hard seasons?
AThey kept well for months
BThey grew without any soil
CThey were always sweet
DThey never needed cooking
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. They kept well for months
1. Dry seasons and winters bring shortage.
2. Staples are suitable for storage over long periods without decay.
3. This kept people fed until the next harvest.
_Source: Wikipedia, Staple food, lead section_
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