Ancient Assyria Quiz

Which empire is considered to be the first true empire?

• Roman Empire

• British Empire

• Genghis Khan Empire

• Assyrian Empire

Where was the city of Ashur located?

• Modern Iraq

• Modern Syria

• Modern Israel

• Modern Lebanon

What caused the Assyrians to lose much of their territory in the 12th century BCE?

• Natural disaster

• Economic collapse

• Military defeat

• A mysterious catastrophe

What strategy did the Assyrians use to break peoples' bonds with their homelands?

• Deporting local populations

• Building cities connected by royal roads

• Implementing economic sanctions

• Establishing diplomatic relations

Who ruled the Assyrian kingdom?

• Genghis Khan

• Ashur-uballit I

• Sammuramat

• Ashurbanipal

Which state did Assyria see itself as the inheritor and protector of?

• Greece

• Rome

• Egypt

• Babylonia

What type of literary works did Ashurbanipal gather and copy?

• Historical documents

• Poetry

• Ancient literature

• Novels

When did the Assyrian Empire fall?

• 7th century BCE

• 6th century BCE

• 5th century BCE

• 4th century BCE

What did the Assyrians emphasize that set the standard for future empires?

• Trade and commerce

• Religious rituals

• Military conquest

• Constant innovation

What was one of the wonders of the Assyrian Empire?

• Vast library

• Advanced technology

• Grand palace

• Massive army