Hammurabi's code of Laws

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Hammurabi was best known for his _______. A set of laws that governed life in the Babylonian empire.

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Code

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Hammurabi's Code consisted of ____ laws.

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282

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Why is Hammurabi's Code a primary source?

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It was created when Hammurabi ruled.

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What is a "stele"?

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A stone or wooden slab used as a monument or marker

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What did Hammurabi do with the code of laws to make sure everyone knew of them?

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He had them carved on steles and placed where all can see.

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Who were the lowest class of people in ancient Mesopotamia?

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slaves

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Who did Hammurabi claim gave him the laws? Options: his father, the former king; the god, Shamash; the high priests; the god Isthar

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the god, Shamash

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Which of the following is the best motto for Hammurabi's code? Finders, keepers, Honesty is the best policy, An eye for an eye, Easy come, easy go

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An eye for an eye

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What is Hammurabi's Code?

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A collection of 282 laws believed to be the first written laws

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How were Hammurabi's laws written?

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They were carved into stone.