Ducksters: Babylonian Empire

Who was the king that began the rise of the Babylonian Empire?

• King Nabopolassar

• King Nebuchadnezzar II

• King Hammurabi

• King Cyrus

What was the name of the large temple in the city of Babylon?

• Temple of Artemis

• Pyramid of Giza

• Parthenon

• Ziggurat

What was significant about Hammurabi's Code?

• It was only about trade

• It was the longest law code

• It was the first written law code

• It was written in Latin

Which river was the city of Babylon located on?

• Nile River

• Tigris River

• Amazon River

• Euphrates River

What happened to Babylon after Hammurabi's death?

• It remained the same

• It became stronger

• It was conquered by the Kassites

• It was conquered by the Romans

Who built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?

• King Hammurabi

• King Nabopolassar

• King Nebuchadnezzar II

• King Cyrus

What was the cultural significance of Babylon under Hammurabi's rule?

• It was known for its military

• It was a cultural center for art and science

• It was a religious center

• It was known for its agriculture

Which empire conquered Babylon in 529 BC?

• Greek Empire

• Roman Empire

• Egyptian Empire

• Persian Empire

What was the purpose of the moat built by Nebuchadnezzar around Babylon?

• For irrigation

• For decoration

• For transportation

• For defense

What remains of the ancient city of Babylon today?

• A fully intact city

• A mound of broken mud buildings

• A large palace

• A complete ziggurat