Exploring the Crafts and Innovations of Ancient Mesopotamia

What types of items did Mesopotamian artisans create for everyday use?

• Vehicles and machinery

• Computers and electronics

• Books and scrolls

• Dishes, pots, and clothing

What was the most common material used by Mesopotamian artists?

• Clay

• Stone

• Wood

• Metal

How did Mesopotamian metalworkers create bronze?

• By melting gold and silver

• By combining tin and copper

• By mixing iron and nickel

• By using aluminum and zinc

What materials did Mesopotamian jewelers use to make intricate designs?

• Plastic and rubber

• Wood and clay

• Gemstones, silver, and gold

• Iron and steel

What was a status symbol in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Having a large family

• Owning land

• Wearing fine jewelry

• Being a warrior

What type of wood was imported for important items in Mesopotamia?

• Oak

• Pine

• Cedar

• Maple

What were some of the items carpenters constructed in Mesopotamia?

• Chariots and ships

• Bridges and tunnels

• Roads and highways

• Statues and monuments

What was a common use for small detailed cylinder stones in Mesopotamia?

• As currency

• As toys

• As seals for signatures

• As musical instruments

What influence did Assyrian art have on ancient Greek art?

• Creation of large stone sculptures

• Introduction of pottery techniques

• Development of metalworking

• Use of winged creatures like griffins and chimeras

What is an example of a city gate that became a work of art in Mesopotamia?

• The Gate of Sumer

• The Gate of Ishtar

• The Gate of Ur

• The Gate of Nineveh