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What was a popular leisure activity among Assyrian kings and their subjects?
What was a popular leisure activity among Assyrian kings and their subjects?
- Hunting (correct)
- Swimming
- Gardening
- Fishing
What kinds of instruments were found in many households in Mesopotamia?
What kinds of instruments were found in many households in Mesopotamia?
- Flutes, drums, and lyres (correct)
- Guitars, pianos, and trumpets
- Harps, violins, and cellos
- Bagpipes, accordions, and tambourines
What kinds of games were played by members of all classes in Mesopotamia?
What kinds of games were played by members of all classes in Mesopotamia?
- Card games
- Board games (correct)
- Video games
- Sports games
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Leisure Activities in Ancient Mesopotamia
- Hunting was a popular leisure activity among Assyrian kings and their subjects, serving as a way to demonstrate martial prowess and provide entertainment.
- Many households in Mesopotamia had musical instruments, such as lyres and flutes, indicating the importance of music in daily life.
- Board games, including the Royal Game of Ur, were played by members of all classes in Mesopotamia, highlighting the universality of leisure activities across social hierarchies.
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