Mesopotamian Empires Overview
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What was one of the main reasons the Sumerian city-states struggled to defend themselves against stronger groups?

  • They were united under a single ruler.
  • They were part of a larger empire.
  • They often fought each other over resources. (correct)
  • They had advanced military technology.

    • Who was the first ruler of the Akkadian Empire?

  • Nebuchadrezzar
  • Sargon (correct)
  • Hammurabi
  • Assurbanipal

    • What significant military strategy did Sargon implement to strengthen his army?

  • Fighting in large, disorganized groups.
  • Teaching soldiers to fight in tight formations. (correct)
  • Using chariots for fast attacks.
  • Recruiting only local volunteers.

    • Which empire conquered Sumer around 2300 B.C.E.?

    <p>Akkadian Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a characteristic of the city-states in ancient Sumer?

    <p>They acted as independent countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique did Sargon use to maintain control over his empire?

    <p>Utilizing strong military presence and political strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the Akkadian Empire primarily flourish?

    <p>Between 2300 and 700 B.C.E.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Sargon's military skills play in the expansion of the Akkadian Empire?

    <p>They facilitated the conquest of city-states in Mesopotamia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of warfare did the Assyrians excel in, especially against fortified cities?

    <p>Siege warfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which innovation did the Assyrians develop to breach city walls during battles?

    <p>Battering rams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant aspect of the Assyrian military strategy?

    <p>Creating fear among their enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the Assyrian approach to conquered territories?

    <p>Exile of entire populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Around what time did the Assyrian Empire begin to rise to power again?

    <p>900 B.C.E.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What territory did the Assyrian Empire extend to at its peak?

    <p>From Egypt to the Persian Gulf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the military might of the Assyrians?

    <p>Use of advanced weaponry and strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was used by Assyrian soldiers to climb over city walls?

    <p>Moveable towers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason King Naram-Sin is shown taller than other men on the Victory Stele?

    <p>To emphasize his divine status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant achievement is Hammurabi best known for during his reign?

    <p>Creating the first detailed code of laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately reflects Hammurabi's approach to law?

    <p>The laws were meant to establish clear rights and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Hammurabi disseminate his code of laws?

    <p>He carved them on a stele for public viewing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the harsh provisions of Hammurabi's code regarding builders?

    <p>Builders were responsible for the safety of their buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did Hammurabi's laws have on the society he ruled?

    <p>They established a sense of order and responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what timeframe did Hammurabi create his code of laws?

    <p>1792 to 1750 B.C.E.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a punishment outlined in Hammurabi's code?

    <p>The builder executed if a house collapses killing the owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What belief did the Assyrians hold regarding their kings?

    <p>Kings were considered special beings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature characterized the famous palaces built by the Assyrians?

    <p>They often had many rooms and were located on tall mounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which innovation did the Assyrians develop to support agriculture?

    <p>Canals and aqueducts for irrigation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material was commonly used by Assyrian craftspeople to decorate furniture?

    <p>Ivory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked the downfall of the Assyrian Empire?

    <p>The plundering of Nineveh by a coalition of armies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which king is most famously associated with the Neo-Babylonian Empire?

    <p>Nebuchadrezzar II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Nebuchadrezzar II take against the Hebrews?

    <p>He took most of them captive to Babylonia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical area did the Neo-Babylonian Empire expand into under Nebuchadrezzar II?

    <p>Syria and Canaan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Nebuchadrezzar's key strategies for protecting Babylon?

    <p>Creating inner and outer walls around the city</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure did Nebuchadrezzar rebuild to give Babylon its splendor?

    <p>The ziggurat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the moat surrounding Babylon?

    <p>To act as a barrier during invasions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the Hanging Gardens of Babylon known for?

    <p>Their height and lush greenery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Babylonian achievement contributed to modern timekeeping?

    <p>The sundial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conquered Babylon in 539 B.C.E.?

    <p>Cyrus of the Persian Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature distinguished the architecture of Babylon under Nebuchadrezzar?

    <p>Thick defensive walls and gardens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Ishtar play in Babylonian culture?

    <p>The goddess of love and war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Mesopotamian Empires

    • The Sumerian city-states (3500-2300 BCE) were independent but constantly at odds over resources
    • The Akkadian Empire (2300 BCE), under Sargon, united Mesopotamia through military force
    • Sargon assembled a powerful army with new tactics, such as fighting in tight formations
    • The Akkadian Empire (2300-2150 BCE) was the first to conquer and rule Mesopotamia
    • Hammurabi, king of Babylon (1792-1750 BCE), unified Mesopotamia for the second time
    • Hammurabi’s Code (1792-1750 BCE) was comprehensive, covering a wide range of laws and punishments:
      • It was a significant step for Mesopotamian law
      • The code was carved on a stele for public display
    • The Babylonian Empire (1792-1595 BCE) followed the Akkadian Empire in unifying Mesopotamia
    • The Assyrian Empire (900-612 BCE) was known for its military prowess
    • The Assyrians excelled in siege warfare
      • They developed new weaponry, like battering rams and moveable towers
    • The Assyrian Empire stretched from Egypt to the Persian Gulf
    • The Assyrians built great palaces, decorated with bas-reliefs and ivory
    • Their reign ended with the destruction of Nineveh in 612 BCE
    • The Neo-Babylonian Empire (626-539 BCE) rose after the Assyrians, with Nebuchadrezzar II as its most famous king
    • Nebuchadrezzar expanded the empire, conquering parts of Syria and Canaan
      • This included the exile of the Hebrews
    • The Neo-Babylonian Empire was known for its impressive city walls and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon
    • The Babylonians made advancements in astronomy and mathematics, inventing the sundial
    • The Neo-Babylonian Empire was conquered by the Persians in 539 BCE

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