Mesopotamia and the Rise of Empire Quiz

What are two of John Green's favorite things that were created by Mesopotamia?

• Writing and Taxes

• Farming and Animal Husbandry

• Pottery and Sculptures

• Metalworking and Irrigation

What was the main purpose of the early Mesopotamian cities' public storehouses?

• To pay workers in grain

• To store valuable artifacts

• To distribute food to the poor

• To store weapons for defense

What was the main conflict explored in the Epic of Gilgamesh?

• Conflict between gods and humans

• Conflict between city and country

• Conflict between different city-states

• Conflict between rulers and priests

What was the primary role of the priests in early Mesopotamian cities?

• To oversee agricultural production

• To communicate directly with the gods

• To lead military expeditions

• To manage trade with other civilizations

What was the main purpose of cuneiform writing in Mesopotamia?

• To document historical events

• To record religious rituals

• To write epic poems and stories

• To facilitate trade and transactions

What was the main reason for the downfall of the neo-Assyrian Empire?

• Economic collapse

• Loss of battles and conquests

• Internal political conflicts

• Natural disasters and famines

What was the primary method used by the neo-Assyrians to spread their world view and maintain control over the empire?

• Forced deportations and relocations

• Religious propaganda and writings

• Public festivals and celebrations

• Monumental architecture

What was the main role of Hammurabi in the new kingdom of Babylon?

What was the main impact of writing on the social structure of Mesopotamia?

• It promoted equality and fairness

• It widened the gap between social classes

• It empowered the lower classes

• It led to the abolition of slavery

What was the primary reason for the shift in power from gods to people in Mesopotamia?