Civilization Emerges in Mesopotamia
The term Mesopotamia refers to land between _____
the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
A state containing several countries or territories is called what?
Empire
How is a cavalry different than an army?
They are soldiers who ride horses.
What event allowed the Kassites to conquer Babylon?
The Hittites attacked Babylon and made it weak, but they didn't stay. So, the Kassites could take over.
Another term for a city and the surrounding land it controls is
city-state.
How did Sargon created the world’s first empire?
By conquering Mesopotamian city-states.
What is a tribute?
A payment made to show loyalty to a stronger power.
How were the Hittite soldiers able to move quickly and easily capture cities?
They were experts in the use of war chariots.
A ziggurat is a type of
building.
What was the main purpose of Hammurabi’s Code?
To make sure everyone in his empire knew the law.
True or False: Life under Assyrians was chaotic, with very few rules and regulations.
false
What did the Hittites use iron for?
Tools and weapons
In cuneiform, Sumerian scribes used what to represent words, sounds, or ideas?
wedge-shaped symbols
What was the largest group of people in the Babylonian Empire hierarchy?
farmers, artisans, and slaves
How did Nineveh change after becoming the Assyrian capital?
It became a beautiful city with wide boulevards, large squares, parks and gardens. The King built a spectacular palace.
Why were scribes so important in ancient times?
Most people in the ancient world could neither read nor write.
Why did priests play an important role in Sumerian city-states?
Sumerians believed only priests could communicate with gods to help the city prosper.
Who had to obey the rule of law, established under Hammurabi?
All members of society, even the rich and powerful, must obey the law.
Locks that opened with keys, magnifying glasses, plumbing with flush toilets, running water in cities, built libraries, organized government, paved roads, postal system,
Organize the events in chronological order: The Akkadian Empire ends, The Sumerian civilization begins, The Assyrian Empire forms, The Kassites conquer Babylon
The Sumerian civilization begins, Akkadian Empire ends, The Kassites conquer Babylon, The Assyrian Empire forms