Ancient Civilzations Flashcard

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Where did the first civilizations develop?

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Mesopotamia

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Which two rivers were crucial for irrigation and farming in Mesopotamia?

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Tigris and Euphrates

Front

What writing system did the Sumerians use?

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Cuneiform

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What is a ziggurat?

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A temple

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Who was the ruler of the Akkadian Empire?

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Sargon I

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What did the Sumerians invent that is crucial for transportation?

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The wheel

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What was the main material used for Assyrian weapons?

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Iron

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What was the Code of Hammurabi known for?

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Establishing a legal system

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What was a major role of Sumerian priests?

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Controlling land

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What was the main focus of Sumerian writing?

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Trade and transactions