What is the significance of Hammurabi’s Code?(1 point)
Responses
It was the first known example of a written language
It was the first known example of a written language
It established a way for Akkadian society to be run
It established a way for Akkadian society to be run
It was the first communication method of ancient Babylon
It was the first communication method of ancient Babylon
It served as a model for how to establish justice in a society
It served as a model for how to establish justice in a society
Which civilization had the biggest influence on Greek and Roman societies due to its location near the Mediterranean Sea? (1 point)
Responses
Assyrians
Assyrians
Sumerians
Sumerians
Phoenicians
Phoenicians
Babylonians
Phoenicians
How did the Assyrians keep control over their large empire? (1 point)
Responses
By dividing the empire into smaller units
By dividing the empire into smaller units
By establishing a harsh rule of law
By establishing a harsh rule of law
By setting up large trade routes
By setting up large trade routes
By following strict religions practices
By dividing the empire into smaller units
Which land feature enabled the Kush to become a powerful kingdom? (1 point)
Responses
Sahara Desert
Sahara Desert
Red Sea
Red Sea
Nile River
Nile River
Persian Gulf
Nile River
Which was the highest social group in ancient Egypt after the pharaoh? (1 point)
Responses
Merchants
Merchants
Scribes
Scribes
Farmers
Farmers
Priests
Priests
What was the significance of the pyramids to ancient Egyptian civilization? (1 point)
Responses
They were tombs to honor pharaohs and their journey in the afterlife
They were tombs to honor pharaohs and their journey in the afterlife
They were military bases to protect important regions in the empire
They were military bases to protect important regions in the empire
They were cultural centers to spread language and education
They were cultural centers to spread language and education
They were community centers designed for leisure activities