Sargon of Akkad

Who is Sargon of Akkad?

• A legendary poet

• An influential figure in ancient history

• A famous musician

• A fictional character

What does the name Sargon mean?

• True King

• Great Warrior

• Wise Ruler

• Royal Lineage

When were the stories of Sargon the Great first referred to in history?

• 1870

• 2000 BC

• 1500 years later

• 1867

What was Sargon's original profession?

• Gardener

• Soldier

• Priest

• Merchant

Who did Sargon defeat to take control of Mesopotamia?

• Lucas igz

• Ursa Baba

• Luke was igz

• Aki

What did Sargon do after conquering the city-states of Sumer?

• Destroyed their walls

• Established a tax system

• Built roads and upgraded irrigation

• All of the above

How did Sargon maintain his empire?

• Placing trusted men in positions of power

• Appointing his daughter as High Priestess

• Creating a fair tax system

• All of the above

What is believed to have caused the fall of the Akkadian Empire?

• Invasions by the GU shins

• Climate change and famine

• Continuous revolts by city-states

• Weak leadership of Shall Kelley Shari

How long did Sargon reign as king?

• 56 years

• 36 years

• 15 years

• 9 years

Who succeeded Sargon as king of the Akkadian Empire?

• Ramesh

• Managed to sue

• Daram sin

• Shark Ali Shari