10 Questions
What was the main purpose of irrigation and dikes in Sumerian civilization?
To bring water to farmlands and control river flooding
Which city is known as the first true city in the world in Sumerian civilization?
Uruk
What was cuneiform in Sumerian civilization?
A form of writing using wedge-shaped symbols on clay
What did the Sumerians use to develop the first roads?
Sunbaked bricks
What was the significance of the sailboats in Sumerian civilization?
Important for transportation and trading
Where was the capital of the Babylonian Civilization located?
Tigris-Euphrates Valley
How did the invention of the wheel impact Sumerian civilization?
Enabled easier mass production
Which civilization is known for the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?
Babylonian Civilization
What made the Hanging Gardens of Babylon unique?
Made of layers of plants, trees, and vines
Which civilization utilized a system of bookkeeping and double-entry accounting?
Babylonian Civilization
Explore the ancient Sumerian civilization, known for its advancements in writing with cuneiform, transportation via sailboats, techniques of farming, and use of the sexagesimal system for counting. Discover their contributions to the world's first writing system and intricate textile arts.
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