The Richest Man in Babylon Quiz 1

Where does the story begin?

• Along the Euphrates River

• In what is now modern day Iraq

• Ancient Mesopotamia

• All of the Above

• None of the Above

What is Bansir's job?

• Chariot Builder

• Home Builder

• Water Carrier

• Musician

Who is the old friend riding the golden chariot?

• A king in the city

• The creator of the hanging gardens

• Arkad

• None of the above

Who is faced with the universal problem of not having enough money?

• Arkad

• Bansir

• Kobbi

• Both Bansir and Kobbi

• Both Kobbi and Arkad

Kobbi mentions a "golden stream" in the chapter. What is a golden stream?

• A special place in Babylon with good water

• Income

• A well diversified portfolio

• "A wonderful way to spend your shekels"

When was "The Richest Man in Babylon" published?

• It takes place in ancient Babylon 2000 BC

• 1910's

• 1920's

• 1930's

What is unique about the early civilization Babylon was a part of?

• Earliest known writing/ record keeping

• They had the best food

• Earliest known use of copper pipe for sewer

What were the 2 natural resources that Babylon possessed?

• Money and Power

• Weapons and Walls

• Soil and Water

• Wind and Solar

Which is NOT a wisdom of Babylon that endures?

• "Money makes possible the enjoyment of the best the earth affords"

• "Money makes the world go round"

• "Money is the medium by which earthly success is measured"

What was the climate like in Babylon?

• Warm in summer Cold in winter

• Cool Summers and Winters

• Hot and Dry