Ancient Mesopotamia Study Guide

The theme for Mesopotamian Art as mentioned in the study guide is:

• Religion and Mythology

• Nature and Landscapes

• Abstract and Modernism

• Science and Technology

Fill in the blank: The 'Standard of Ur from the Royal Tombs at Ur' is made of wood inlaid with shell, lapis lazuli, and ____.

• gold

• silver

• bronze

• copper

What is the date range for the 'Code of Hammurabi'?

Fill in the blank: The 'Lamassu from the citadel of Sargon II' is made of ____.

• Limestone

• Granite

• Marble

• Sandstone

The term 'Animism' in Mesopotamian culture signifies:

• A belief in the spiritual essence of all natural objects and phenomena.

• A form of government led by religious leaders.

• A type of ancient Mesopotamian writing system.

• A social hierarchy based on wealth and power.

Which term describes a hall with a roof supported by multiple columns?

Fill in the blank: The 'White Temple and its ziggurat' is located in ____, Iraq.

• Ur

• Babylon

• Nineveh

• Nimrud

What is a Ziggurat?

The White Temple and Ziggurat is an ancient architectural structure located in which historical region?

• Mesopotamia

• Egypt

• Indus Valley

• China

The statues of votive figures from the Square Temple of Eshnunna are:

• religious offerings

• ancient weapons

• modern art pieces

• historical documents