Mesopotamian Artisans and Crafts

What was the primary material used by Mesopotamian artists for creating pottery and monumental buildings?

• Stone

• Wood

• Clay

• Metal

How did Mesopotamians initially create their pottery before advancing their techniques?

• On a potter's wheel

• With their hands

• In high-temperature ovens

• Using molds

What metals were combined to create bronze in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Lead and zinc

• Gold and silver

• Iron and nickel

• Tin and copper

What materials did Mesopotamian jewelers use to craft intricate designs?

• Bronze and iron

• Gemstones, silver, and gold

• Glass and shells

• Wood and clay

Which imported wood was primarily used by Mesopotamian carpenters for building palaces?

• Mahogany

• Cedar

• Pine

• Oak

What decorative technique did Mesopotamian carpenters use on wooden items?

• Inlays

• Gilding

• Painting

• Engraving

What was the primary purpose of most Mesopotamian sculptures?

• To illustrate daily life

• To honor gods or kings

• To serve as toys

• To depict nature

What was the Ishtar Gate of Babylon known for?

• Being the largest gate

• Its colorful glazed bricks

• Its iron structure

• Being made of wood

What was a common feature of Sumerian sculptures of men?

• No beards

• Closed eyes

• Wide open eyes

• Short hair

What was the purpose of the small detailed cylinder stones carved by Mesopotamians?

• As currency

• As seals or signatures

• As musical instruments

• As toys