Vocabulary
These places are small, have their own government, and culture
What are city-states
By the Persian Gulf's where they found
Ancient ruins underground
Archaeologists did lots excavation down
by this body of water
Hammurabi's Code created order in society by doing this.
Publicly display laws, create fair laws, promote justice
The gods controlled this, in Mesopotamia.
What is EVERYTHING
This man can be considered one of the world's first Super Hero
Who was Gilgamesh
This type of government is controlled by one strong leader and spans over many lands and cultures
What is an empire
The Greek word that means "land between two rivers"
What is Mesopotamia
These natural resources grew in surplus, so they became important to Mesopotamia's economy
What wheat, barley, rye, and other grains
This achievement helped keep records, create literature, and share important information
What is cuneiform
What is 60 - clock, calendar
Unite
What is trade
These leaders were chosen by Sargon to replace disloyal ones in conquered territories.
Who are governors
Some Kings justified harsh laws by saying they came from these
What were the gods
Mesopotamia looks like this delicious bakery item
What is a croissant
People within an empire may do this violent act when they are unhappy with the leadership.
What is revolt / rebel
These present day countries are located where Mesopotamia once was
What is Syria, Iraq, Iran,
Empires created this type of government, which helped unite many city-states and maintain order and control
What is a strong central government
Not only did people pray here, these buildings also showcased art and architecture.
What are zuggurats
Some historians claim agriculture was developed to purify water by making this beverage
What is beer
To have more than you need for yourself
What is a surplus
These 2 geographical features created natural boundaries around Mesopotamia LIMITED where the first emperors could expand - name one
What are mountains and deserts
Akkad and Assyria left a similar legacy because they both had very powerful one of these
What are armies
Assyrians used this strong metal to make their weapons
What is iron
Assyrians made piles these to send a message - do not mess with us!
Piles of skulls