WC Early ME to Hellenism

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Which form of writing was developed by the Sumerians in Mesopotamia?

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Cuneiform

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Who was the creator of the first known code of laws in Mesopotamia?

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Hammurabi

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What is the name given to the religious temples built in ancient Mesopotamian city-states?

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Ziggurats

Front

Which ancient civilization is credited with the development of the first empire in the world?

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Akkadians

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Who was the Persian leader known for making contact with the Greeks?

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Darius I

Front

Which battle marked a significant victory for the Greeks against the Persians?

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Battle of Marathon

Front

What is the main idea of Zoroastrianism?

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Dualism between good and evil

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Which group is known for their advanced ironworking skills in ancient Mesopotamia? Options: Phoenicians, Hittites, Assyrians, Sumerians

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Hittites

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What is a key difference between an empire and a civilization?

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An empire controls multiple peoples or territories, a civilization does not necessarily do so

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What was the main purpose of ziggurats in Sumerian society?

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Religious worship and ceremonies