What were the main religions and beliefs in the Sumerian city states?

Ancient Mesopotamia

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Alondra Perez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Monotheism
Polytheism
Atheism
Animism
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did trade and commerce flourish in the Sumerian city states?
Limited resources, isolation, self-sufficiency, non-standardized weights and measures
Advanced technology, strong military, cultural exchange, currency system
Political stability, religious beliefs, agricultural practices, gift exchange
Strategic location, surplus production, trade routes, barter system
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Mesopotamia and why is it significant in history?
Mesopotamia is a modern-day country in the Middle East.
Mesopotamia is a term used to describe a type of pottery.
Mesopotamia is a region known for its advancements in astronomy and astrology.
Mesopotamia is an ancient region located in the eastern Mediterranean, known for its advancements in agriculture, the invention of writing, and the establishment of the world's first cities and empires.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which empires ruled over Mesopotamia?
Egyptian Empire, Persian Empire, Roman Empire
Mayan Empire, Incan Empire, Aztec Empire
Greek Empire, Roman Empire, Ottoman Empire
Akkadian Empire, Babylonian Empire, Assyrian Empire
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who was the founder of the Akkadian Empire?
Nebuchadnezzar
Sargon of Akkad
Hammurabi
Gilgamesh
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What were the major achievements of the Sumerian city states in the field of religion and beliefs?
Development of complex polytheistic religious systems, construction of ziggurats, and creation of epic literature
Construction of pyramids, discovery of the wheel, and invention of writing systems.
Invention of the printing press, establishment of monastic orders, and development of the scientific method.
Spread of Buddhism, construction of temples, and development of meditation techniques.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did trade routes contribute to the growth of the Sumerian city states?
Trade routes caused conflicts and wars, hindering the growth of the Sumerian city states.
Trade routes facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and culture, leading to economic prosperity and the growth of Sumerian city states.
Trade routes had no impact on the growth of the Sumerian city states.
Trade routes allowed for the spread of diseases, leading to the decline of the Sumerian city states.
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