Exploring the Origins of Cuneiform in Mesopotamia

Why did the ancestors of Mesopotamians start writing?

• To communicate with other civilizations

• To keep records of yearly events

• To write stories

• To create art

What does the term 'cuneiform' mean?

• Square-shaped

• Circle-shaped

• Star-shaped

• Wedge-shaped

What material did Sumerians use to write on?

• Clay tablets

• Stone tablets

• Papyrus

• Wooden planks

What is the main job of a scribe in Sumerian society?

• To farm the land

• To keep records of important events

• To build temples

• To teach children

What did Sumerians write down to ensure consistency over time?

• Recipes

• Songs

• Laws

• Stories

Who is the patron god of the city-state of Nippur?

• Anu

• Marduk

• Inanna

• Enlil

What did the gods decide to send to wash away humans?

• A plague

• A drought

• A huge flood

• A fire

Who survived the Great Flood by building a boat?

• Enkidu

• Gilgamesh

• Ziusudra

• Inanna

What was Gilgamesh searching for after Enkidu's death?

• Immortality

• A new kingdom

• A hidden treasure

• A powerful weapon

What lesson did Gilgamesh learn at the end of his journey?

• To become a god

• To enjoy life and do good work

• To build a stronger city

• To seek revenge