Sargon and the Akkadian Empire

The video explores the reign of Sargon in ancient Acadia, highlighting his unification of city-states to form the first empire. It covers his governance, military strategies, and cultural advancements, including the establishment of Akkadian as a lingua franca. The impact of Akkadia on later civilizations and the role of Assyria in spreading Akkadian culture are discussed. The lesson concludes with a poem activity.

What was one of the main objectives of the lesson about Sargon?

• To discuss the geography of ancient Egypt

• To learn about the fall of the Roman Empire

• To explore the technological advancements of Acadia

• To understand the art of the Renaissance

How did Sargon manage his vast empire?

• By appointing governors to oversee provinces

• By allowing each city-state to remain independent

• By centralizing all power in the capital

• By forming alliances with neighboring empires

What was a key feature of Sargon's military strategy?

• Relying solely on mercenaries

• Using a professional army to expand the empire

• Avoiding any military conflicts

• Focusing on naval power

Which language did Sargon promote as the common language of his empire?

• Sumerian

• Egyptian

• Akkadian

• Babylonian

What significant literary work was created during Sargon's reign?

• The Odyssey

• The Epic of Gilgamesh

• The Iliad

• The Aeneid

How did Sargon influence religion in his empire?

• By introducing a new monotheistic religion

• By allowing each city-state to choose its own gods

• By promoting the worship of the same gods across the empire

• By abolishing all religious practices

What was one of the lasting impacts of Sargon's rule on later civilizations?

• The creation of democracy

• The invention of the printing press

• The concept of a lingua franca

• The development of the wheel

Which empire rose after the fall of Akkadia and helped spread its culture?

• The Roman Empire

• The Egyptian Empire

• The Assyrian Empire

• The Greek Empire

How did the Assyrians primarily spread Akkadian culture?

• By building large libraries

• Through peaceful trade and diplomacy

• By military conquest and enforcing cultural adoption

• By establishing colonies overseas

What role did trade networks play in the Assyrian spread of Akkadian culture?

• They were only used for military purposes

• They were used to isolate the empire from others

• They were primarily for trading goods with China

• They were used to spread Akkadian culture peacefully