Ancient Mesopotamia Flashcard

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What is the belief in or worship of more than one god called?

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Polytheistic

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What is the term for a system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority?

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Hierarchy

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What is Mesopotamia known as?

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The land between two rivers

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What must a thief pay if they steal cattle, sheep, or a donkey and it belongs to a god or the court?

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Tenfold the value

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What is the term for a writing system used in ancient Mesopotamia?

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Cuneiform

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What is the significance of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Mesopotamia?

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They provided water for agriculture and were crucial for the development of civilization.

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What is a ziggurat?

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A ziggurat is a massive structure built in ancient Mesopotamia, serving as a temple and a place of worship.

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What is the Code of Hammurabi?

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A set of laws established by King Hammurabi of Babylon, one of the earliest written legal codes.

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What does the term 'city-state' refer to in ancient Mesopotamia?

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A city-state is an independent city that has its own government and is not part of a larger state.

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Who were the Sumerians?

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The Sumerians were one of the earliest civilizations in Mesopotamia, known for their innovations in writing, architecture, and governance.