Geography
Where was Mesopotamia located?
Between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
What material did Mesopotamians use from rivers to build homes?
Clay
Which river next to Mesopotamia is the longest?
Euphrates River
When looking at a map, which river is on the right side of Mesopotamia?
Tigris River
How did the Fertile Crescent get its name?
Arc of fertile land from the Mediterranean Sea to the Persian Gulf
What does the word “Mesopotamia” mean in Greek?
Between the rivers
Why was irrigation important in Mesopotamia?
It helped farmers water their crops in dry season
Where did the water come from that overflowed the Tigris and Euphrates River, forcing them to flood?
Which two modern day countries are found in Mesopotamia?
Syria and Iraq
What does “surplus” mean in farming?
Extra crops beyond what is needed
Mesopotamia was part of a larger region called the...?
Fertile Crescent
How did Mesopotamians learn to control water?
By digging canals and using irrigation
What happens to crops and livestock when flooding occurs?
They can be destroyed or killed
What was the name of the large body of water to the left of Mesopotamia?
Mediterranean Sea
What is the definition of silt?
a mixture of rich soil and tiny rocks
Which landform is found in Southern Mesopotamia?
Why was farming difficult in Mesopotamia?
Unpredictable flooding and little rain
Why was irrigation necessary in Mesopotamia?
The region did not get enough rain
What is the name of the piece of land that connects Europe and Asia together?
Asia Minor
What is the definition of irrigation?
a way of supplying water to an area of land
Which landform is found in Northern Mesopotamia?
What is one way flooding helped farmers?
Brought silt that made the land fertile
How did controlling water help cities develop?
Allowed food surplus to support large populations
What is the name of the body of water that the Tigris and Euphrates River flow into?
Persian Gulf
What is the definition of civilization?
an organized society within a specific area