Ancient Writing Systems and Civilizations Quiz

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Which ancient civilization developed the Phoenician alphabet?

  • Greece
  • Mesopotamia (correct)
  • Babylon
  • Egypt

What materials did the Phoenicians use to build their wealth?

  • Stone and gold
  • Bronze and silk
  • Clay and silver
  • Wood and snail dye (correct)

Who created the set of written laws known as the Code of Hammurabi?

  • The Egyptians
  • The Phoenicians
  • The Sumerians
  • The Babylonians (correct)

Which city was the capital of the Phoenician civilization?

<p>Tyre (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the development of writing in ancient civilizations?

<p>To keep track of trade (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

King Nebuchadnezzar built the Hanging Gardens of ______

<p>Babylon</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Assyrians were known for their expert ______ and warriors

<p>archers</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ was a powerful weapon with a wooden beam mounted on wheels

<p>battering ram</p> Signup and view all the answers

Babylon became rich through ______ and war

<p>trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

Assur was the ______ capital of Assyria

<p>southern</p> Signup and view all the answers

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