Medieval European cities tended to rely on ____ for drinking water.

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Medieval European cities largely relied on wells for their drinking water. Rivers were often too polluted, and aqueducts were expensive and difficult to construct. While melted snow in cisterns might have been a source of drinking water in rural areas, it was not a practical solution for urban areas with larger populations. Finally, fermented liquids like beer and wine were not reliable sources of hydration and could actually contribute to dehydration.

Medieval European Cities Tended to Rely on ____ for Drinking