Ancient Nubia - Honors

Multiple Choice

A Sumerian temple to honor their chief god was called a

• cradle

• river valley

• pyramid

• ziggurat

Multiple Choice

Most Sumerians were farmers, but some were ____ because they made metal, cloth, and pottery.

• slaves

• priests

• merchants

• artisans

Multiple Choice

Read these sentences from the text.

In an effort to make the punishment fit the crime, Hammurabi’s Code often required the criminal to receive the same injury that he or she had inflicted on a victim. Such laws may seem harsh today, but they were intended to prevent society from descending into chaos and disorder.

Based on this evidence, what might King Hammurabi have wanted to promote in society?

• chaos and confusion

• justice and order

• anger and violence

• wealth and fortune

Multiple Choice

Hammurabi's Code consisted of ____ laws.

• 282

• 7

• 100

• 500

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of the Kingdom of Nubia in African history?

• It was the first civilization in Africa

• It flourished along the Nile River for over 3,000 years

• It was known for its advanced technology

• It was a major trading hub for Europe

Multiple Choice

Why were some artifacts from ancient Nubia similar to Egyptian artifacts?

• they interacted with one another because of their locations

• the artifacts from Nubia were actually stolen from Egypt

• the Egyptians and Nubians were the same civilization

• The artifacts are not at all similar

Multiple Choice

What are the key geographical features of Upper and Lower Nubia?

• Rich in gold and resources

• Gateway to Egyptian trade

• Between First and Second Cataracts

• Transportation highway

Multiple Choice

What significant achievement is associated with King Piye?

• Established the 25th Dynasty of Egyptian pharaohs

• Defended Nubia against Roman expansion

• Conquered Greece

• Unified the Roman Empire

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was the first great capital of Nubia?

• Meroe

• Napata

• Kerma

• Cairo

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of the Temple of Amun at Jebel Barkal in Nubian culture?

• It was a military fortress

• It served as a royal palace

• It was a center for trade

• It was a testament to spiritual devotion

Multiple Choice

What significant achievement did Nubian King Piankhy accomplish in 728 BCE?

• He built the Great Pyramid

• He conquered Egypt

• He established trade routes

• He invented hieroglyphics

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of Iron Technology in Meroe?

• It provided superior weapons and tools

• It was used for agricultural purposes

• It was primarily for decorative items

• It had no significant impact

Open Ended

What contributed to the development of Nubia?

Open Ended

What resources did Nubia use to develop a trade network?