First Empires of Mesopotamia

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How did Mesopotamia’s first empires develop?

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City-states were weakened by conflict.

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Who was Sargon?

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A ruler who formed the first empire in Mesopotamia.

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What did Sargon do to build the first empire?

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He conquered Sumer’s weakened city-states.

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What was Hammurabi known for?

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Creating a set of laws.

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How did the Assyrians influence Southwest Asia?

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Through military conquests and governance.

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What physical feature did the Assyrian Empire include that the Neo-Babylonian Empire did not?

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The Assyrian Empire included a strong military.

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What characterized the New Babylonian Empire?

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It was known for its wealth and size under King Nebuchadnezzar.

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What was a significant contribution of the Akkadians?

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System of weights and measures.

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Which group overthrew the Assyrians?

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The Babylonians.

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What was the Assyrian Empire known for?

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Temples and palaces filled with carvings.