Life Under Akkadian Empire (TCI - Sect. 1 + 2)

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The Akkadians were from which part of Mesopotamia?

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North

Front

What did Sargon use to add territory to his empire?

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military tactics

Front

As a political strategy to control city-states in his empire, Sargon destroyed their city walls. Why?

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he thought people would be less likely to rebel

Front

Sargon ruled the Akkadian Empire for around...

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50 years

Front

True or False: The Akkadians greatest achievement was creating the world's first empire.

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True

Front

What was the name of the Akkadian's capital city?

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Agade

Front

What is tribute?

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wealth sent from one country or ruler to another as a sign that the other is superior.

Front

The above relief carving on stone showed the Akkadians skillful three-dimensional sculptures which were called...

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steles

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Sargon's empire actually lasted only __________ years before falling to invaders from the northeast.

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200 years