Mesopotamia Explained

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Concepts covered:Sumerians, Tigris and Euphrates, city-states, cuneiform, Hammurabi's Code

The video 'Mesopotamia Explained' provides an overview of one of the earliest civilizations, focusing on the Sumerians who developed in the fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. It highlights the key aspects of Sumerian civilization, including their advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record-keeping, and technological innovations, as well as their challenges and eventual conquest by other empires.

Table of Contents1.Cultural and Religious Life in Sumer 2.Cultural and Religious Life in Sumer 3.Rise and Fall of Early Mesopotamian Civilizations 4.Rise and Fall of Early Mesopotamian Civilizations

chapter

Cultural and Religious Life in Sumer

Concepts covered:polytheism, Enlil, ziggurat, cuneiform, city-state

The chapter delves into the cultural and religious significance of Sumerian life, highlighting their polytheistic beliefs, social hierarchy, and advancements in science and technology. It also discusses the structure and governance of Sumerian city-states, emphasizing the role of ziggurats and the transition from priestly to kingly rule.

Question 1

Sumerians invented the wheel and the sail.

Question 2

What were Sumerians first to investigate?

Question 3

The Sumerians were the first to use _____ for navigation.

Question 4

CASE STUDY: You are a Sumerian woman who wants to pursue a career.

All of the following are possible careers except:

Question 5

CASE STUDY: You are a Sumerian scientist making advancements in technology.

Select two possible inventions you might create:

chapter

Cultural and Religious Life in Sumer

Concepts covered:polytheism, Enlil, ziggurat, cuneiform, city-state

Question 6

Sumerians invented the wheel and the sail.

Question 7

What architectural innovations did Sumerians develop?

Question 8

The Sumerians were the first to use _____ for navigation.

Question 9

CASE STUDY: You are a Sumerian woman considering career options in your society.

All of the following are viable options except:

Question 10

CASE STUDY: You are a Sumerian merchant planning a trade expedition to a neighboring city-state.

Select three essential preparations for your journey:

chapter

Rise and Fall of Early Mesopotamian Civilizations

Concepts covered:Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code, Akkadians, Sumerians, Babylonians

The chapter discusses the transition of power in Mesopotamia from the Sumerians to the Akkadians and later the Babylonians. It highlights the significant contributions of Hammurabi, particularly his code of laws, and the eventual decline of these civilizations.

Question 11

The Sumerians were overtaken by the Akkadians around 2350 BCE.

Question 12

When did the Sumerian civilization begin?

Question 13

The Sumerians were overtaken by the Akkadians around _____ BCE.

Question 14

CASE STUDY: You are a historian analyzing the fall of the Sumerians. The Akkadians, under Sargon of Akkad, adopted many Sumerian customs.

All of the following are correct applications of Akkadian rule except...

Question 15

CASE STUDY: You are comparing the Sumerian and Akkadian civilizations.

Select two correct differences between the Sumerians and Akkadians.

chapter

Rise and Fall of Early Mesopotamian Civilizations

Concepts covered:Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code, Akkadians, Sumerians, Babylonians

Question 16

The Sumerians were overtaken by the Akkadians around 2350 BCE.

Question 17

When did the Sumerian civilization begin?

Question 18

The Sumerians were overtaken by the Akkadians around _____ BCE.

Question 19

CASE STUDY: You are a historian analyzing the fall of the Sumerians. The Akkadians, under Sargon of Akkad, adopted many Sumerian customs.

All of the following are correct applications of Akkadian rule except...

Question 20

CASE STUDY: You are comparing the Sumerian and Akkadian civilizations.

Select two correct differences between the Sumerians and Akkadians.

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