Mesopotamia Lesson 2, Empires

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What happened to Sumer?

Back

they were conquered and united under one ruler

Front

Who was the leader who conquered the Sumerian city-states?

Back

Sargon

Front

Even though Sumer was lost and forgotten until its discovery in the 19th century, what continued to live on?

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Sumerian culture, which can be seen in our world today

Front

What is the difference between a city-state and an empire?

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A city-state is a single city and its surrounding land, while an empire controls many cities and lands.

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What was the Code of Hammurabi?

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A set of laws written in cuneiform.

Front

What does the phrase "an eye for an eye" mean?

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If you hurt someone, you get the same punishment.

Front

Who united all Sumerian cities after several battles?

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Sargon

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Sargon built the world’s first what?

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Empire

Front

Which of the following describes Hammurabi? An Assyrian Prince, A Babylonian King, A God, Ruler of the Akkadian Empire

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A Babylonian King

Front

Which phrase summarizes Hammurabi’s Code?

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An eye for an eye