Exam 1: The Birth of Civilization

Around 2125 b.c.e.the Sumerian city of Ur rose to dominance.It remained that way for approximately a century.In what ways did the Sumerian culture and literature flourish during this time? What finally ended this period of dominance?

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During this time, Sumerian culture and literature flourished in several ways. The Sumerians developed a complex system of writing known as cuneiform, which allowed them to record their history, literature, and religious beliefs. They also created epic poems such as the "Epic of Gilgamesh," which is considered one of the earliest works of literature in human history. Additionally, the Sumerians made significant advancements in mathematics, astronomy, and architecture, leaving a lasting impact on future civilizations.

The period of Sumerian dominance came to an end around 2004 b.c.e. when the city of Ur was conquered by the Elamites, a neighboring civilization. This marked the beginning of a decline in Sumerian power and influence, as other civilizations in the region began to rise to prominence. Despite this, the legacy of Sumerian culture and literature continued to influence the development of future civilizations in the region and beyond.

The Greek school of medicine, led by ________, attempted to understand, diagnose, and cure disease without any attention to supernatural forces.

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After one century, the kingdom of Ur disintegrated due to ________ and invasion.

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The Akkadian Empire was the first in history having a heartland, provinces, and a(n) ________.

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In the approximately 400-year period of prosperity known as the Old Kingdom, pyramids were erected as tombs for the pharaohs.Describe details about these pyramids.What did they represent? What technical skill did they demonstrate? How were the items left inside the pyramids meaningful for the afterlife?

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The archaeological findings at Neolithic Jericho and Çatal Höyük suggest that the ________.

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Discuss the administration of the Persian Empire.What factors do you believe contributed to the establishment of this form of administration?

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Question 7

Civilizations of the Mideast tend to have which of the following features in common?

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Throughout the Paleolithic Age, the human population had been small and relatively stable.With the shift from food gathering to food production, however, populations grew exponentially over a period of time.As modern humanity continues to exploit the environment with more efficient methods of agriculture and other means of food production, are we in danger of overpopulating the earth? Will we once again be subject to the same ecological and natural constraints that balanced the Paleolithic population? Apply the chief characteristics of the Neolithic Revolution to modern-day society and decide whether or not the aforementioned scenarios are plausible.

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The first civilization arose in ________.

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The common form of slavery in Mesopotamia was ________.

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Question 11

Through his prophet ________, the Hebrew god provided humans with regulations that would enable them to live in peace and justice.

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The greatest achievement of Cambyses was the conquest of Egypt, establishing it as a ________, or province.

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The great Persian Empire arose in the region that is now modern ________.

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Egyptian history is traditionally divided into thirty-one royal dynasties, starting with that of Menes and ending with the one established by ________.

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Archaeologists refer to the period after 1100 b.c.e.as the ________.

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What significant change occurred in the status of the Medes and the Persians when Cyrus II united them under his own rule in 550 b.c.e.?

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Ancient historians tended to focus on particular aspects of civilization when compiling their histories.If you were to write the history of one of the ancient Near Eastern Empires, what would be your primary focus? Would it be architecture, religion, or political structures? Explain the reasoning behind your answer.

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The Israelites lost to history became known as the ________.

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The ________ and the Medes attacked Assyria so thoroughly in 612 b.c.e.that Assyria never recovered.

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Around 2125 b.c.e.the Sumerian city of Ur rose to dominance.It remained that way for approximately a century.In what ways did the Sumerian culture and literature flourish during this time? What finally ended this period of dominance?

The Greek school of medicine, led by ________, attempted to understand, diagnose, and cure disease without any attention to supernatural forces.

After one century, the kingdom of Ur disintegrated due to ________ and invasion.

The Akkadian Empire was the first in history having a heartland, provinces, and a(n) ________.

The archaeological findings at Neolithic Jericho and Çatal Höyük suggest that the ________.

Discuss the administration of the Persian Empire.What factors do you believe contributed to the establishment of this form of administration?

Civilizations of the Mideast tend to have which of the following features in common?

The first civilization arose in ________.

The common form of slavery in Mesopotamia was ________.

Through his prophet ________, the Hebrew god provided humans with regulations that would enable them to live in peace and justice.

The greatest achievement of Cambyses was the conquest of Egypt, establishing it as a ________, or province.

The great Persian Empire arose in the region that is now modern ________.

Egyptian history is traditionally divided into thirty-one royal dynasties, starting with that of Menes and ending with the one established by ________.

Archaeologists refer to the period after 1100 b.c.e.as the ________.

What significant change occurred in the status of the Medes and the Persians when Cyrus II united them under his own rule in 550 b.c.e.?

The Israelites lost to history became known as the ________.

The ________ and the Medes attacked Assyria so thoroughly in 612 b.c.e.that Assyria never recovered.

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