Why Did the Owners of Land That Used the Three-Field

question 49

Multiple Choice

Why did the owners of land that used the three-field system choose to plant beans and peas in the spring?

• A)They restored nitrogen to the soil.
• B)They grew best during cool spring months.
• C)They were the simplest to plow.
• D)They required a great deal of rain.
• E)They were resilient to the harsh spring storms.

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