Ancient Mesopotamia The Cradle Of Civilization

The video explores ancient Mesopotamia, the first civilization, highlighting its geography, the transition from hunter-gatherers to agriculture, and the rise of city-states like Sumer. It discusses the development of government, laws, and social classes, focusing on the Code of Hammurabi. The video also covers military advancements, trade, and technological innovations such as the wheel, writing, and astronomy, emphasizing Mesopotamia's lasting influence on future civilizations.

What was the primary reason ancient Mesopotamia is considered the foundation for future civilizations?

• It was the first to develop agriculture.

• It was the first to build pyramids.

• It was the first to establish large cities and governments.

• It was the first to create a written language.

How did the discovery of agriculture change the lifestyle of people in Mesopotamia?

• They began to settle in one place and form villages.

• They continued to move frequently in search of food.

• They abandoned farming for trade.

• They relied more on hunting than farming.

What was a significant architectural feature of Sumerian cities?

• Castles

• Ziggurats

• Pyramids

• Skyscrapers

Which city-state became the first military power in history?

• Babylon

• Assyria

• Sumer

• Persia

What was the Code of Hammurabi?

• A guide to farming techniques

• A historical account of Sumer

• A set of laws governing Mesopotamia

• A collection of religious texts

What was the primary purpose of the Persian Royal Road?

• To mark the boundaries of the empire

• To improve long-distance trade and communication

• To enable quick military movements

• To facilitate religious pilgrimages

What was the main belief of Zoroastrianism that differed from previous Mesopotamian religions?

• Belief in a single god

• Belief in ancestor worship

• Belief in nature spirits

• Belief in many gods

Which invention is attributed to the ancient Mesopotamians and is still used in time measurement today?

• The number system based on 60

• The wheel

• The compass

• The printing press

Which of the following was NOT an invention of ancient Mesopotamia?

• The steam engine

• The twelve-month calendar

• Cuneiform writing

• The wheel

What was the role of scribes in ancient Mesopotamia?

• They led military expeditions.

• They recorded information using Cuneiform.

• They were responsible for building projects.

• They were religious leaders.