Quiz on Mesopotamian Achievements and Assurbanipal's Library

What was the primary purpose of schools in ancient Mesopotamia?

• To train farmers

• To teach military tactics

• To read and copy written tablets

• To conduct religious ceremonies

Which empire did the Assyrians create during the Iron Age?

• Roman Empire

• Persian Empire

• Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

What was Assurbanipal known for collecting?

• Gold and silver

• Weapons

• Art

• A library of tablets

Where was Assurbanipal's library located?

• Babylon

• Nineveh

• Uruk

• Nippur

What type of literature did Assurbanipal's library contain?

• Only religious texts

• Only legal documents

• Only historical records

• A variety including epics and hymns

What was the significance of the Sumerian language in schools?

• It was the only language spoken

• It was a secret language

• It continued to be taught despite no longer being spoken

• It was used for trade

How many texts did Assurbanipal's library contain?

• About 5,000

• About 1,000

• About 10,000

• About 500

What was one method used to organize the tablets in Assurbanipal's library?

• By color

• By size

• By subject with clay labels

• By author

What was the time period of Assurbanipal's reign?

• 800-750 BCE

• 700-650 BCE

• 668-627 BCE

• 600-550 BCE

What did Assurbanipal claim to have acquired?

• Land

• Military power

• Vast intelligence

• Wealth