History 3.14

Is this statement true or false?

Although magnificent at the time, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon are not considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

• True

• False

How did the Euphrates River contribute to the development and splendor of Babylon?

• It brought trade, irrigation water, and building materials.

• The gold and silver it supplied financed the construction.

• It protected Babylon from invaders.

• The cedar forests on its banks supplied wood for the construction.

Which items describe the technology of the Hanging Gardens?

Select all correct answers.

• The green plants on the terraces were native to Babylon.

• Fountains, pools, and waterfalls cooled the gardens.

• Metal plates reflected light to make up for the shortage of sunlight in the area.

• Terraces were built so shade trees, exotic shrubs, and colorful flowers could be planted high up on the walls.

• Slaves powered the equipment used to move water to the top of the Hanging Gardens.

Which statements describe Babylon during Nebuchadnezzar's reign?

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• The city succeeded even though it could not profit from trade.

• The Euphrates River provided water for irrigation and mud for bricks.

• It had a busy harbor on the banks of the Euphrates River.

• Nebuchadnezzar built or restored temples and huge royal palaces.

According to legend, why did Nebuchadnezzar build the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?

• to please his homesick wife

• to provide protection from invaders

• to show the entire ancient world that he had restored Babylon to glory

• to serve as a monument to the goddess Ishtar

Which statements describe Babylon during Nebuchadnezzar's reign?

Select all correct answers.

• A moat filled with water from the Euphrates River surrounded the city.

• Walls around the city provided protection from enemies.

• Natural geographic landforms offered protection from invaders.