Question

which achievement allowed the middle kingdom to enjoy great prosperity?
building the great pyramids
developing advanced irrigation
expanding the empires territory
improving trade and transportation

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Building the Great Pyramids was in the Old Kingdom, not the Middle Kingdom.
• Advanced irrigation development was more associated with earlier or other periods' agricultural advancements, not the key to Middle Kingdom prosperity.
• Expanding territory was not the primary driver of prosperity for the Middle Kingdom.
• Improving trade and transportation (like building canals, developing trade routes) boosted economic activity, resources, and cultural exchange, leading to the Middle Kingdom’s prosperity.

Answer:

D. improving trade and transportation