Social Studies 10 Review: Mesopotamia

Which king created the document that is the foundation for our Declaration of Human Rights?

Which king’s lands became known as Israel?

What building material did the Mesopotamians use in most of their constructions?

people that share common languages, some form of writing, advanced technology and science, systems of government, etc

The study of the truth and principles that underline all knowledge

How did Mesopotamia begin?

This is a complete change, especially a way of life or a government

What major contribution did the Phoenicians make to modern times?

A long narrative poem dealing with the deeds of a heroic figure

What was Mesopotamian economy based on?

What contribution did King Hammurabi make to society?

What were the four significant empires that rose and fell in Mesopotamia?

What knowledge did the Assyrians get from the Hittites?

What is the capital city of Israel?

Who was Nebuchadnezzar? 

What was the 1^st form of writing called?

Human-made objects

Who developed the first coin currency?

Which empire was considered fiercest & most war like and cruel to those whom they conquered?

What were their responsibilities?

The study of the origin development, distribution, social habits, and culture of humans

He is considered to be the wisest king to have ever ruled

The study of change over time

Who were the Israelites?

What kind of ruler was he?

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A belief based on the idea that species changed or adapted over time in response to their environment

A city and its surrounding territory. Has its own government, laws, army, state god

A temple dedicated to the gods – built on top of a massive stepped tower

He was a proponent of the Theory of Evolution

Rule by a king or queen

What is he best known for? 

Which Mesopotamian Empire built one of the 1^st libraries, zoos?

A traditional or legendary story, usually concerning some being or hero or event

Who united the several city-states to create the first Mesopotamian Empire of Sumer?

What were the Persian elite infantry force known as?

During which empire did King Hammurabi live?

Where is Mesopotamia located?

Interpreters of the signs of the gods

Who created the 1^st postal system?

Who united the Persian Empire?

Who conquered the Chaldean Empire?

Which religion believed in one God, and follows the teachings of the Torah?

The practice of having more than one spouse

The belief of ___________ is based on the book of Genesis in the Bible and Torah

What are the two major rivers in Mesopotamia? 

The belief and worship of one god

What were Persian governors referred to as?

What does Mesopotamia mean?