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What is Ubaid?
What is Ubaid?
Early formative culture of Mesopotamia, c. 7,500 B.C., predecessor to Sumerian civilization.
What was Sumer?
What was Sumer?
The world's first civilization, founded in Mesopotamia, which existed for over 3,000 years.
What is Akkad known for?
What is Akkad known for?
The first empire created by Sargon.
What was Babylon?
What was Babylon?
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Who were the Hittites?
Who were the Hittites?
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What characterized the Assyrians?
What characterized the Assyrians?
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What were the main features of the Persians?
What were the main features of the Persians?
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Study Notes
Ubaid
- Early formative culture in Mesopotamia, existing around 7,500 B.C.
- Considered a predecessor to the Sumerian civilization.
Sumer
- Recognized as the world's first civilization, emerging in Mesopotamia.
- Flourished for over 3,000 years with significant advancements.
Akkad
- Notable as the first empire established by Sargon, marking a major political development in Mesopotamia.
Babylon
- Served as the capital of Babylonia and was renowned for its immense wealth and luxury.
Hittites
- A pivotal group known for overthrowing the Babylonian empire.
- Introduced key technological innovations, including war chariots and advanced iron metallurgy.
Assyrians
- Known for their harsh tactics and exploitation of iron weaponry.
- Established a short-lived but powerful empire lasting less than 100 years, featuring a king with absolute authority.
Persians
- Characterized by a tolerant governance style and a structured bureaucracy.
- Famous rulers include Cyrus the Great and Darius.
- Developed the Royal Road for trade, facilitating unity within the empire.
- Practiced Zoroastrianism as a major religious tradition.
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Test your knowledge of key terms related to Ancient Mesopotamia, including its early cultures and significant cities. This quiz covers important words like Ubaid, Sumer, Akkad, and Babylon, each crucial to understanding the civilization's history.
