Exploring Sumerian Innovations

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What was the primary purpose of the Sumerian cuneiform writing system?

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To record transactions and events

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What is the shape of cuneiform symbols?

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Wedge-shaped

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Explain how the invention of the wheel impacted Sumerian society.

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It facilitated trade and transportation.

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What material did the Sumerians primarily use to construct their wheels? Options: Metal, Stone, Wood, Clay

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Wood

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Identify the main architectural feature of a Sumerian ziggurat.

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Pyramid-like structure

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Describe the purpose of a ziggurat in Sumerian culture.

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It was a place for religious ceremonies.

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What was the primary use of Sumerian astronomical observations?

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To create a calendar

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How did the Sumerians use their calendar system in daily life?

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To plan agricultural activities

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Key characteristic of the Sumerian calendar?

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It was based on the lunar month.

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Explain the significance of the Sumerian invention of the wheel in the context of technological advancement.

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It was the first step towards mechanized transport.