Vocab 1
someone who studies space
an astronomer
a group of people traveling together for trade or movement
caravan
Hammurabi was an emperor who wrote the first set of laws
True
What was Hammurabi's Code, and why was it an important achievemnt for the Babylonians?
It was the first written set of laws, and it was important because it created a sense of fairness.
These religions all believed in 1 God
Islam, Christianity, Judaism
monotheism
belief in 1 God
a gift, act, or statement that shows respect or admiration for someone
tribute
Sargon of Akkad was famous for setting up the world's first empire
True
What are the Akkadians known for?
The Akkadians are famous for setting up the first empire.
All three religions come from this part of the world
The Middle East
a nation controls a lot of land and trade; ruled by an emperor or king
empire
someone who tells others the will of God
prophet
The main religion of the Ottoman empire was Christianity.
False. the main religion of the Ottoman Empire was Islam.
This empire built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon.
The Chaldeans
Muslims believe ____________________
was God's _______________ prophet
Muhammad; final
a part of a country; similar to a state
province
a promise made btween 2 people or a people and god
covenant
False. Nebuchadnezzar was an emperor of the Chaldean empire.
This empire had roads and a postal service.
The Persians
What is the core belief of Judaism?
They are God's chosen people, and one day their savior will come to lift them up above all others.
This empire proved military power could conquer other people.
The Assyrians
All three religions teach this message:
love, kindness to others, forgiveness.