Part II Ancient Mesopotamia Flashcard

Front

What are some characteristics of a civilization?

Back

Organized governments, religion, development of trade, and keeping of written records

Front

What was the land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers called in ancient times?

Back

Mesopotamia

Front

Why did the people of Mesopotamia move south?

Back

To find more farmland

Front

What was the main crop of the Sumerians? Options: Barley, Wheat, Sesame, Flax

Back

Barley

Front

How did the Sumerians control the floodwaters of the twin rivers?

Back

By constructing canals

Front

What materials did the Sumerians use to build their cities?

Back

Sun-dried bricks made from mud and crushed reeds

Front

What were the city-states of Sumer considered as?

Back

Independent countries

Front

Who lived in the houses near the center of the Sumerian cities?

Back

Priests and advisors

Front

What were the houses of the middle class in Sumer like?

Back

One story high with courtyards and wooden balconies

Front

Which group of people were considered part of the middle class in Sumer?

Back

Government officials, shopkeepers, and craftspeople