Mesopotamia Unit Test

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What geographic feature made the development of civilization possible in Mesopotamia?

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Two rivers providing water for farming

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How did Sumerians solve the problem of unreliable river water flow?

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They built dams and canals for irrigation

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What effect did surplus food production have on Sumerian society?

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It allowed some people to become artisans.

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How did most people in Sumerian society make their living?

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As farmers growing crops

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How was Sumerian society organized?

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Into three classes: upper, middle, and lower

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Why did Sumerian cities develop into independent city-states?

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The harsh landscape made travel and communication difficult.

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How did Sumerian kings claim their right to rule?

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Through authority given by the gods

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What was the main role of scribes in Sumerian society?

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Keeping official records and documents

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What religious belief system did Sumerians practice?

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Worship of many different gods

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What was the main purpose of developing cuneiform writing?

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To keep records and share information