Recap on Mesopotamia: Key Concepts and Facts

The video explores the history and impact of Mesopotamia, highlighting its transition from city-states in Sumer to the Akkadian Empire. It discusses the development of agriculture, the rise of Sumer as the first civilization, and the innovations that emerged, such as cuneiform writing and the wheel. The Akkadian Empire's expansion under Sargon and the cultural legacy it left are examined. Finally, the video covers Babylonian achievements, including Hammurabi's code and advancements in astronomy.

What are the two rivers that define Mesopotamia?

• Nile and Amazon

• Danube and Rhine

• Tigris and Euphrates

• Ganges and Indus

What major change occurred around 8,000 B.C. in Mesopotamia?

• Development of irrigation and better farming techniques

• Start of hunting and gathering

• Invention of the sailboat

• Development of the wheel

Which civilization is known for creating the first written language?

• Assyrians

• Sumerians

• Akkadians

• Babylonians

What was the primary purpose of the wheel invented by the Sumerians?

• To navigate rivers

• To create art

• To measure time

• To carry heavy loads

Who was the king that established the first empire in Mesopotamia?

• Nebuchadnezzar

• Hammurabi

• Sargon

• Gilgamesh

What was one of the key contributions of the Akkadian Empire?

• Invention of the plow

• Establishment of schools and libraries

• Creation of the first written language

• Development of the lunar calendar

Which empire is known for building the famous Hanging Gardens?

• Akkadian Empire

• Sumerian Empire

• Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

Under which king was the Code of Laws with strict punishments written?

• Sargon

• Gilgamesh

• Nebuchadnezzar

• Hammurabi

What was a significant achievement of the Babylonians in the field of science?

• Development of cuneiform writing

• Establishment of the first empire

• Invention of the wheel

• Creation of lunar and solar calendars

What was the primary method of justice under Hammurabi's Code?

• Community service

• Monetary fines

• Trial by jury

• Eye for an eye