Lesson 6 section 6 6th grade

Who were the rulers of the Assyrian Empire?

• Priests

• Kings

• Merchants

• Farmers

What was the capital city of the Assyrian Empire?

• Babylon

• Nineveh

• Ur

• Sumer

What type of sculptures were Assyrian artisans known for?

• Three-dimensional sculptures

• Bas-reliefs

• Frescoes

• Mosaics

What was the purpose of the canals and aqueducts built by the Assyrians?

• To transport goods

• To carry water

• To provide defense

• To mark territory boundaries

What materials did the Assyrians use to decorate thrones, beds, and chairs?

• Gold

• Silver

• Ivory

• Bronze

How long did the Assyrian Empire last?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years

Which groups attacked Nineveh in 612 B.C.E.?

• Egyptians and Persians

• Babylonians, Scythians, and Medes

• Greeks and Romans

• Hittites and Phoenicians

What was a major weakness of the Assyrian Empire?

• Lack of resources

• Too vast a territory to control

• Poor leadership

• Weak military