16 Questions
Why was Mesopotamia settled?
Because of the flat fertile land provided by the Tigris and Euphrates rivers
Why was Sumer referred to as 'a collection of independent city-states'?
As each city-state had its own specific god/goddess, king, laws, army, and government
What is the significance of cuneiform in Sumerian civilization?
It enabled the Sumerians to track trade and write laws
What was the role of a scribe in Sumerian society?
To record laws and maintain records for the Sumer civilization
Which major invention was used for pottery and transportation in Sumer?
The wheel
What was the primary purpose of settling in Mesopotamia?
To take advantage of the fertile land ideal for farming
What was the primary reason for the development of trade in Babylon?
Its strategic location on the Euphrates River, connecting the Persian Gulf and Mediterranean Sea
What did Hammurabi's code of laws aim to achieve?
Establishing the first written laws applying to everyone in his empire
What technological advantage did the Assyrians gain from the Hittites?
Knowledge of how to produce and use strong iron weapons
Why are the Chaldeans also referred to as the Neo-Babylonians?
They rebuilt the city of Babylon and made it their capital
What was Nebuchadnezzar known for?
Conquering Jerusalem and building the Hanging Gardens of Babylon
What was the significance of iron for the Assyrians?
It allowed them to create strong weapons, giving them a military advantage
What did Sargon accomplish during his rule over the Akkadians?
Uniting the Sumerian city-states and creating the first empire
Why did many ancient Mesopotamians perform daily ceremonies and sacrifices?
To please the many gods and goddesses believed to control all aspects of life
What was a notable feature of Hammurabi's code of laws?
Punishments were intended to match the crime, following the principle of 'an eye for an eye'
What was an important resource that made Babylon a center of trade?
Its strategic location on a major trade route connecting the Persian Gulf and Mediterranean Sea
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