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In what area did the Sumerians settle by 3000 B.C.?
In what area did the Sumerians settle by 3000 B.C.?
- Eastern Europe
- Northern Africa
- Southern Mesopotamia (correct)
- Central Asia
Sumerians primarily lived in urban areas.
Sumerians primarily lived in urban areas.
False (B)
What term is used to describe a city and the surrounding countryside it controlled?
What term is used to describe a city and the surrounding countryside it controlled?
city-state
By 2000 B.C., some Sumerian cities grew to have as many as ______ residents.
By 2000 B.C., some Sumerian cities grew to have as many as ______ residents.
Which of the following best describes the Sumerians?
Which of the following best describes the Sumerians?
Around what time period did Kish become a powerful city-state?
Around what time period did Kish become a powerful city-state?
The Akkadians were Sumerians.
The Akkadians were Sumerians.
What was the relationship between Akkad and Sumer before 2300 B.C.?
What was the relationship between Akkad and Sumer before 2300 B.C.?
Sargon wanted to expand Akkadian territory towards what present-day city?
Sargon wanted to expand Akkadian territory towards what present-day city?
What did the people of Kish build around their cities?
What did the people of Kish build around their cities?
Flashcards
What is Sumer?
What is Sumer?
An ancient region in Southern Mesopotamia inhabited by Sumerians.
Who were the Sumerians?
Who were the Sumerians?
The civilization established in Mesopotamia around 3000 B.C., known for its advanced society.
What was the main occupation of Sumerians?
What was the main occupation of Sumerians?
The people of Sumer were initially farmers living in rural areas.
What did Sumerian society transition to?
What did Sumerian society transition to?
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What is a city-state?
What is a city-state?
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Kish
Kish
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Akkad
Akkad
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Sargon
Sargon
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Akkad's location relative to Sumer
Akkad's location relative to Sumer
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Akkadian-Sumerian relationship
Akkadian-Sumerian relationship
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