Exploring Ancient Babylonian Civilization

Where was the ancient civilization of Babylon located?

• Modern-day Egypt

• Modern-day Iraq

• Modern-day Iran

• Modern-day Turkey

Around what year did Babylon begin as a small city-state?

• 3000 BC

• 2500 BC

• 2300 BC

• 2000 BC

Which river was the city of Babylon built along?

• Nile River

• Tigris River

• Euphrates River

• Jordan River

How far was Babylon located from modern-day Baghdad?

• 30 miles

• 60 miles

• 90 miles

• 120 miles

Who was one of Babylon's most famous rulers known for creating a set of laws?

• King Nebuchadnezzar II

• King Sargon

• King Hammurabi

• King Ashurbanipal

What was the name of the set of laws created by King Hammurabi?

• The Code of Ur-Nammu

• The Code of Hammurabi

• The Code of Justinian

• The Code of Draco

During which years did King Hammurabi rule Babylon?

• 2000 BC to 1950 BC

• 1850 BC to 1800 BC

• 1792 BC to 1750 BC

• 1700 BC to 1650 BC

What was the main purpose of the Code of Hammurabi?

• To expand the empire

• To establish order in society

• To build monuments

• To conquer new lands

Who was the ruler of Babylon during its peak of power and glory?

• King Hammurabi

• King Sargon

• King Nebuchadnezzar II

• King Ashurbanipal

During which years did King Nebuchadnezzar II rule Babylon?

• 700 BC to 650 BC

• 650 BC to 600 BC

• 605 BC to 562 BC

• 550 BC to 500 BC