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What does the word Mesopotamia mean?
What does the word Mesopotamia mean?
land between rivers
Which two rivers are the largest in Southwest Asia?
Which two rivers are the largest in Southwest Asia?
Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
What were some of the problems faced by Mesopotamian settlers? (Select all that apply)
What were some of the problems faced by Mesopotamian settlers? (Select all that apply)
Where did the first cities in Mesopotamia appear?
Where did the first cities in Mesopotamia appear?
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What is irrigation?
What is irrigation?
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What are levees?
What are levees?
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What is silt?
What is silt?
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What is a city-state?
What is a city-state?
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Study Notes
Mesopotamia
- Derived from a Greek term meaning "land between rivers."
- Encompasses the area known today as modern-day Iraq.
Tigris & Euphrates Rivers
- The two major rivers in Southwest Asia.
- Originates from the mountains of Turkey, flowing into the Persian Gulf.
Challenges for Mesopotamian Settlers
- Faced food shortages due to agricultural limitations.
- Encountered issues with uncontrolled water supply affecting crops.
- Required the construction and upkeep of complex irrigation systems.
- Lived under the threat of attacks from neighboring communities.
Sumer
- A region located in southern Mesopotamia recognized for the emergence of the first cities.
Irrigation
- A crucial technique for supplying water to agricultural land.
- Ensured stable food production in an otherwise challenging environment.
Levees
- Earthen structures built to prevent rivers from overflowing.
- Played an essential role in flood management and protecting settlements.
Silt
- Fine rock particles that accumulated in irrigation canals.
- Could obstruct water flow and disrupt farming practices.
City-State
- Defined as an early city, often enclosed by walls.
- Functioned as a small, independent entity with its own governing laws and systems.
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Test your knowledge on Chapter 4 of 'History Alive! The Ancient World' with these flashcards. Dive into key terms related to the rise of Sumerian city-states and learn about Mesopotamia's significance in history.
