Assyrian and Babylonian History

The video covers the history of Mesopotamia, focusing on major cultures like the Babylonians, Assyrians, and Hittites. It discusses the Babylonian Empire under Hammurabi, known for its legal code, and the rise of the Hittites, who initiated the Iron Age. The Assyrian Empire's military prowess and cultural influence are highlighted, along with the Neo-Babylonian Empire under Nebuchadnezzar, known for rebuilding Babylon and the Hanging Gardens.

Which two cultures merged to form the Akkadian-Babylonian culture?

• Sumerian and Egyptian

• Assyrian and Amorite

• Babylonian and Hittite

• Akkadian and Sumerian

What is Hammurabi best known for?

• Conquering Egypt

• Developing a legal code

• Building the Hanging Gardens

• Founding the city of Nineveh

Where did the Hittites originate from according to theories?

• Eastern Europe

• Southern Iraq

• Western Asia

• Northern Africa

What significant technological advancement are the Hittites credited with?

• Smelting of iron

• Development of bronze tools

• Creation of the first alphabet

• Invention of the wheel

Which city was the original capital of the Assyrian Empire?

• Babylon

• Nineveh

• Asher

• Susa

What was the Assyrian Empire particularly known for in terms of military tactics?

• Naval warfare

• Mass deportations

• Diplomatic alliances

• Guerrilla tactics

Who was the famous Assyrian ruler known for his library at Nineveh?

• Hammurabi

• Nebuchadnezzar

• Ashurbanipal

• Sargon II

What was one of Nebuchadnezzar's major building projects?

• The Great Pyramid

• The Ishtar Gate

• The Colosseum

• The Parthenon

Which kingdom did Nebuchadnezzar conquer, leading to the Babylonian Captivity?

• Persia

• Assyria

• Egypt

• Judah

What empire eventually rose to power after the Neo-Babylonian Empire?

• Egyptian Empire

• Greek Empire

• Persian Empire

• Roman Empire