Ancient Mesopotamia Quiz

Which civilization is considered to be the earliest civilization in Mesopotamia?

• Persian

• Sumerian

• Assyrian

• Babylonian

What were the massive stepped towers built by the ancient Mesopotamians called?

• pyramids

• obelisks

• temples

• ziggurats

What was the writing system developed by the ancient Mesopotamians called?

• hieratic script

• cuneiform

• runes

• hieroglyphics

Which river is often referred to as the 'cradle of civilization'?

• Nile River

• Mississippi River

• Tigris-Euphrates River

• Amazon River

Which ancient Mesopotamian city was known for its Hanging Gardens?

• Ur

• Babylon

• Nineveh

• Eridu

What was the main purpose of ziggurats in ancient Mesopotamia?

• To store and protect valuable resources.

• To serve as burial sites for the elite.

• To serve as religious temples and centers of worship.

• To provide housing for the ruling class.

Which material was commonly used for writing on clay tablets in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Quill pen made of feather

• Stylus made of reed or bone

• Brush made of animal hair

• Chalk made of limestone