Mesopotamian Civilization Flashcard

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Which natural features were most important for the development of Mesopotamian civilization?

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The Tigris and Euphrates rivers

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What was the main technological advancement that allowed Mesopotamians to control flooding?

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Developing irrigation systems

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The term "Mesopotamia" comes from ancient Greek words meaning:

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Land between rivers

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Which invention helped Mesopotamians preserve knowledge and keep records? Options: Papyrus scrolls, Alphabetic writing, Stone tablets

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Cuneiform writing

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What was the primary function of ziggurats in Mesopotamian cities?

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Religious temples

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How did Mesopotamian social structure influence daily life?

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Different classes had different rights and responsibilities.

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What was the main purpose of Hammurabi's Code?

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To establish uniform laws and punishments

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Why did Mesopotamian city-states often fight each other?

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For control of trade routes and water

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The Epic of Gilgamesh is important because:

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It is the oldest known written story

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Which empire united all of Mesopotamia for the first time?

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Akkadian