Term
What is an Empire?
An extensive group of states or countries under a single supreme authority
What is another name for the Israelites?
God’s chosen people or Hebrews
Who conquered the Assyrians?
The Babylonians
With a millstone
When was the first Italian fest?
1984
What is a Nomad?
People who move from place to place
Who was the richest king of Israel?
King Solomon
What river was Babylon built around?
The Euphrates River
When would people get water? Two times of the day.
Morning and evening
According to Collinsville Italian fest, what is another name for bocce ball?
Italian Bowling
What is Papyrus?
Paper like substance made from a papyrus plant
What are the Lydians known for?
Minting money
How long did the Persian Empire last?
200 years
What did the amount of furniture mean for a house?
What is the school's theme?
Romans 1:16
For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.
What is/ where is Asia minor?
A region in the Ancient Middle East in modern day Turkey.
What where the Phoenicians known for?
Sailing
What did the Assyrians use to make weapons?
Iron
How did Bedouins see in the desert?
Oil lamps
What is the code word in my 6th grade room this week?
Cash
What is Murex?
Snails used to make dye for clothing
What is one famous port that the Phoenicians used? Name one
Byblos or Carthage
How did the Persians treat people once they conquered them.
Very well.
What was an average day like in Ancient Middle East?
Wake up
Have a meal
Go to work
Have a snack and take a break
Work rest of the day
Evening activities: collect water, make an evening meal
Guests and travelers
Rest for the next day
Leeds United play today, who do they play
Newcastle