Mesopotamia Vocab Flashcards

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Irrigation

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A system to carry water to crops

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City-state

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A small independent city with its own government.

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Levee

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A wall built along a river to stop water from flooding.

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Silt

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Fine soil that can clog waterways.

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Moat

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A deep ditch filled with water used for protection.

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Foothills

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Low hills at the base of mountains.

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Flood

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Water overflowing onto land that is usually dry

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Mud bricks

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Bricks made from dried mud used for building.

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Canal

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A man-made waterway for carrying water.

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Food shortage

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When there is not enough food for people.