Empires of Mesopotamia: Rise, Rule, and Cultural Legacy

The video explores the four empires of Mesopotamia: Akkadian, First Babylonian, Assyrian, and Neo-Babylonian. Sargon of Akkadia established the first empire using military and political strategies. Hammurabi's Babylonian empire is noted for its code of laws. The Assyrian empire was known for its military prowess and innovations. The Neo-Babylonian empire, led by Nebuchadrezzar II, is famous for the Hanging Gardens and advancements in timekeeping. Each empire had unique achievements and eventually fell to external forces.

Who was the founder of the world's first empire?

• Ashurbanipal

• Hammurabi

• Nebuchadrezzar II

• Sargon of Akkadia

What was a significant cultural contribution of the Akkadian Empire?

• The first postal service

• 3D sculptures called steles

• Cuneiform writing

• The Hanging Gardens

What was a key feature of Hammurabi's rule in the first Babylonian empire?

• Establishing the first sundial

• Building the Hanging Gardens

• Creation of a code of laws

• Development of siege warfare

Which empire's society was considered fair for its time due to its code of laws?

• Neo-Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• First Babylonian Empire

• Akkadian Empire

Which empire was known for its military might and cruelty?

• Akkadian Empire

• First Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• Neo-Babylonian Empire

Which empire was the largest and lasted over 300 years?

• First Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• Akkadian Empire

• Neo-Babylonian Empire

What was a notable achievement of the Assyrian Empire in terms of infrastructure?

• Building aqueducts

• Establishing a postal service

• Developing the first sundial

• Creating a code of laws

What was a key reason for the fall of the Assyrian Empire?

• Invasion by the Persians

• Overexpansion and inability to control its vast territory

• Rebellion by the Hebrews

• Lack of a strong military

What was Nebuchadrezzar II best known for in the Neo-Babylonian empire?

• Building massive walls and the Hanging Gardens

• Creating a code of laws

• Conquering the Persian Empire

• Inventing cuneiform

Which empire developed the first sundial and the concept of 60 minutes in an hour?

• Akkadian Empire

• First Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• Neo-Babylonian Empire