Unit 2- Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt

The word "Mesopotamia" means...?

Which geographical feature is the heart of Egypts landscape?

What natural wonder was the kingdom of Babylon known for?

Papyrus was used as a surface for the Egyptian writing system called...

The empire of Sargon eventually begins to weaken before which group of people take over?

Among all the technological advances in Mesopotamia, which one allowed farmers to reroute water to their fields?

The first written language that was developed in Sumer was?

Who was the King of the Chaldean Empire?

Who was the first empire builder in Sumer?

What are cataracts?

What is the principle that Hammurabi's Code enforced?

Seasonal floods occurred in the Fertile Crescent region. In order to control them, farmers...?

On the social structure pyramid, where did peasant farmers live?

The process of mummification was connected to the Egyptian belief in

Which two rivers surround the fertile crescent?

Among many achievements, which one demonstrated the elevated writing skills of Mesopotamia?

What is another name for the Old Kingdom of ancient Egypt?

In terms of religion, the Sumerian Civilization was primarily?

What was the first major civilization of Mesopotamia?

What is a Ziggurat?

Who is considered the father of Judaism?

Which of the following embodied the righteousness and moral standards for public interaction and society in Mesopotamia?

Why was Hatshepsut significant?

The main purpose of the pyramids of Egypt was to function as...

Unlike most other rivers, the Nile river flows...

What set of laws governed the Hebrew People?