Exploring Mesopotamia's Social Classes

What geographical feature contributed to Mesopotamia being considered the birthplace of civilization?

• The Ganges River

• The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers

• The Nile River

• The Amazon River

Who was considered the supreme ruler in Mesopotamian society?

• The King

• The Merchant

• The Priest

• The Scribe

What was one of the responsibilities of the Mesopotamian king?

• Writing books

• Trading goods

• Maintaining law and order

• Teaching children

Who were included in the upper class of Mesopotamian society?

• Nobles and scribes

• Slaves and servants

• Artisans and craftsmen

• Farmers and shepherds

What role did scribes play in Mesopotamian society?

• They built houses

• They led the military

• They wrote and recorded everything

• They were responsible for farming

What type of products did craftsmen create in Mesopotamia?

• Laws and decrees

• Gardens and parks

• Books and scrolls

• Cloths, weapons, and furniture

How did the middle class in Mesopotamia typically live?

• In tents

• In crowded barracks

• In modest houses made of mud bricks

• In luxurious palaces

What was the most common occupation of the lower class in Mesopotamia?

• Priests

• Farmers

• Merchants

• Scribes

What opportunity did people in Mesopotamian society have despite their class?

• To become a king

• To climb the social ladder

• To own slaves

• To travel abroad

What was the status of slaves in Mesopotamian society?

• They were considered property

• They had legal rights

• They were part of the upper class

• They were free citizens