Desert Oasis Coast Similarities

People live nomadic People are sedentary Coastal towns are built People Lived here.
lives. They move from (permanently settled). next to the sea.
place to place. They don't move!! Both are Natural
Settlers grow grains, Resources.
Use camels for Settlers dig deep wells fruits, vegetables
transportation. to store/save water.
Has seawater.
Wear loose-fitting long Settlers grow dates,
clothes for protection peaches, and grains. Dhows are used for
from the sun and sand. transportation.
Palm trees have many
Use herd animals uses. Conduct extensive sea
(camels, goats, and trading.
sheep) for food, shelter, Towns begin to
and clothing. develop. Natural harbors along
the coast.
Conduct trade (barter) Conduct trade with
via camel caravans. nomads (travelers). The air is damp.

Very dry. The most fertile land in Rains regularly.

the desert to grow
occasional rain. crops is due to water
that has been trapped
Extreme Temperature underground and
(hot during the summer seeping to the surface.
months, and below
freezing during the Fresh water allows
winter). plants and trees to
grow, which are used
Strong wind can change for shade. Oases
the landscape. provide life-sustaining
water and nourishment
for animals and
humans.