Mesopotamia Notes 7-11

Which social class did enslaved people belong to in Sumerian society?

• Lower class
• Enslaved class
• Middle class
• Upper class

Why is Mesopotamia known as the "cradle of civilization"?

• It was the birthplace of the first humans
• It was the only civilization in the ancient world
• It had a great influence on later civilizations
• It was the most advanced civilization

How did the geographical challenges impact the development of Sumerian city-states?

• They made travel and communication difficult
• They encouraged trade and cooperation
• They led to the formation of a centralized government
• They had no impact on the development of city-states

What geographical challenges did the Sumerian cities face?

• Dense forests
• Mudflats and desert
• Coastal cliffs
• Mountainous terrain

Which social class did kings, priests, warriors, and government officials belong to in Sumerian society?

• Upper class
• Middle class
• Enslaved class
• Lower class

What was the main economic activity in Sumerian civilization?

• Hunting
• Fishing
• Farming
• Gathering

Which social class did merchants, farmers, fishers, and artisans belong to in Sumerian society?

• Lower class
• Enslaved class
• Middle class
• Upper class

What was the purpose of the large temple called a ziggurat in Sumerian society?

• To house the king and his family
• To store food and supplies
• To honor the city's god
• To serve as a place of worship for all gods

What was the main reason for the independence of Sumerian city-states?

• Political differences
• Economic control
• Religious beliefs
• Geographical challenges