Why were river valley civilizations called "the cradles of civilization"?

Which of the following shows the correct order of events? catt’s “winning plan,” suffrage in some western states, the nineteenth amendment suffrage in some western states, the nineteenth amendment, catt’s “winning plan” suffrage in some western states, catt’s “winning plan,” the nineteenth amendment catt’s “winning plan,” the nineteenth amendment, suffrage in some western states

What makes fort sill historically unique among other regional military installations? a. it is the site where seven major commanders of us military efforts were trained. b. it houses the largest explosive weapons factory in the united states. c. it specializes in training soldiers to preserve the cultural artifacts of nations invaded by the us military. d. it is the oldest functioning installation in oklahoma.

What does portia compare a rumor to? how does she describe how the rumor is circulating? what is shakespeare's purpose in using this imagery?