CLEAN : US returns ancient Gilgamesh tablet to Iraq

CLEAN : US returns ancient Gilgamesh tablet to Iraq

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Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the significance of cultural artifacts, focusing on a tablet that traveled from the UK to the US, highlighting issues of smuggling and auctioning. It emphasizes the cultural impact of the Gilgamesh epic on monotheistic religions and literature. The video warns against looting and highlights Iraq's rich cultural heritage, stressing the importance of preserving history and artifacts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial selling price of the tablet when it was smuggled to the US?

$10,000

$50,000

$100,000

$1.6 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ancient literary works are mentioned as being influenced by the tablet's story?

Beowulf and The Canterbury Tales

The Iliad and The Odyssey

The Aeneid and The Divine Comedy

The Mahabharata and The Ramayana

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary message of the ceremony mentioned in the second section?

To announce new archaeological discoveries

To promote tourism in Iraq

To warn against cultural smuggling and looting

To celebrate the auction of artifacts

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which occupation did Iraq suffer significant cultural heritage destruction?

The British occupation

The Ottoman occupation

The Mongol invasion

The ISIS occupation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the attachment to artifacts deeply rooted among Iraqis?

Because of recent archaeological discoveries

Due to international pressure

Due to their long history and cultural significance

Because they are a new country