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Which ancient civilization is known for their innovations in language, governance, architecture, and more?
Which ancient civilization is known for their innovations in language, governance, architecture, and more?
- Indus Valley civilization
- Greek civilization
- Sumerian civilization (correct)
- Egyptian civilization
What is the name of the system of writing developed by the Sumerians?
What is the name of the system of writing developed by the Sumerians?
- Cuneiform (correct)
- Hieroglyphics
- Pictographs
- Alphabet
Which of the following inventions is attributed to the Sumerians?
Which of the following inventions is attributed to the Sumerians?
- Electricity
- Printing press
- Steam engine
- Wheel (correct)
What is the term used for the Sumerian technique of using levees and canals to control water flow?
What is the term used for the Sumerian technique of using levees and canals to control water flow?
Which of the following is an invention of the Sumerians?
Which of the following is an invention of the Sumerians?
Which ancient city served as a center of Mesopotamian civilization for nearly two millennia?
Which ancient city served as a center of Mesopotamian civilization for nearly two millennia?
Who was the ruler of Babylon known for creating a harsh system of laws?
Who was the ruler of Babylon known for creating a harsh system of laws?
Which wonder of the ancient world is believed to have been built in Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar II?
Which wonder of the ancient world is believed to have been built in Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar II?
What was one of the major achievements of the Babylonians in the field of science?
What was one of the major achievements of the Babylonians in the field of science?
Which calendar system did the Babylonians adopt, dividing one year into 12 months with each month having 30 days?
Which calendar system did the Babylonians adopt, dividing one year into 12 months with each month having 30 days?
