Mesopotamia

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The word "Mesopotamia" means

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Land between two rivers

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A temple where Sumerians believed gods and goddesses ruled the city.

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Ziggurat

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Worshiping many gods

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Polytheism

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The Sumerian writing system was called

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Cuneiform

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282 strict and harsh laws in ancient Mesopotamia

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Code of Hammurabi

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Which of the following were part of the UPPER class and had a lot of power?
Options: Kings and priests, Scribes, Artisans, Farmers and Slaves

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Kings and priests

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Which of the following were part of the MIDDLE class and were very skilled?
Options:
Kings and priests,
Scribes,
Artisans,
Farmers and Slaves

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Artisans

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Which of the following were part of the LOWER class and did not have any power?
Options:
Kings and priests,
Scribes,
Artisans,
Farmers and Slaves

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Farmers and Slaves

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What was the primary material used by Sumerians for writing? Options: Wood, Clay, Metal, Stone

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Clay

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What was the primary purpose of a ziggurat in Sumerian cities?

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Religious ceremonies