10 Questions
What land did Nebuchadrezzar conquer that was the home of the Israelites?
Canaan
What did Nebuchadrezzar build around the capital city of Babylon to keep it safe?
Inner and outer walls
What goddess was the Ishtar Gate dedicated to, one of the entrances into Babylon?
Ishtar
What did Nebuchadrezzar rebuild from 605 to 562 B.C.E. in Babylon?
Ziggurat
What type of gardens did Nebuchadrezzar decorate his palace with in Babylon?
Hanging gardens
What was the purpose of the towers built on the walls surrounding Babylon?
For archers to stand on
How were people able to cross the moat surrounding Babylon during peacetime?
Using bridges
What type of structure was the ziggurat that Nebuchadrezzar rebuilt in Babylon?
A religious temple tower
Which goddess was associated with both war and love, and had a gate dedicated to her in Babylon?
Ishtar
What did Nebuchadrezzar use to keep the gardens on his palace fresh and green?
A watering system
Test your knowledge about the history of the Assyrian Empire, including their achievements, downfall, and major cities like Nineveh. Learn about their use of ivory for decoration and the challenges they faced due to the vast territory they controlled.
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