Sumerian civilization

Question 2

What is the Sumerian civilization known for?

Answer 2

Being one of the earliest known civilizations in history, known for its advancements in writing, architecture, and governance.

Question 3

True or False: The Sumerians invented the wheel.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is the writing system developed by the Sumerians called?

Answer 4

Cuneiform

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The Sumerians built large temple complexes known as _____.

Answer 5

Ziggurats

Question 6

Which river valley was home to the Sumerian civilization?

Answer 6

The Tigris-Euphrates river valley

Question 7

What is the significance of the Epic of Gilgamesh?

Answer 7

It is one of the oldest known pieces of literature, originating from Sumer.

Question 8

Multiple Choice: What was a primary economic activity of the Sumerians? A) Fishing B) Farming C) Mining D) Trade

Answer 8

B) Farming

Question 9

What was the Sumerian city-state system?

Answer 9

A political structure where each city operated independently with its own government and deity.

Question 10

True or False: Sumerians were monotheistic.

Answer 10

False

Question 11

Who was the chief deity of the Sumerians?

Answer 11

Anu, the god of the sky.

Question 12

What role did priests play in Sumerian society?

Answer 12

They acted as intermediaries between the gods and the people and held significant power.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The Sumerians are credited with the creation of the first known form of _____.

Answer 13

Writing

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a Sumerian city-state? A) Ur B) Babylon C) Eridu D) Lagash

Answer 14

B) Babylon

Question 15

What was the primary material used in Sumerian architecture?

Answer 15

Mudbrick

Question 16

True or False: The Sumerians developed a base-60 number system.

Answer 16

True

Question 17

What were Sumerian social classes?

Answer 17

They included nobles, priests, commoners, and slaves.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The Sumerians created a calendar based on the _____.

Answer 18

Moon phases

Question 19

What was the significance of the Code of Ur-Nammu?

Answer 19

It is one of the earliest known law codes, outlining legal principles in Sumerian society.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: What was a major invention of the Sumerians? A) Printing Press B) Plow C) Compass D) Telescope

Answer 20

B) Plow

Question 21

True or False: The Sumerians used chariots in warfare.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

What was the Sumerian approach to mathematics?

Answer 22

They used a sexagesimal (base-60) system for calculations.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: Sumerians worshiped many gods, which is known as _____.

Answer 23

Polytheism

Question 24

What did the Sumerians trade?

Answer 24

They traded goods like textiles, grain, and crafted items.

Question 25

What is a significant contribution of Sumerians to astronomy?

Answer 25

They created the earliest known star catalog and studied celestial bodies.

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which Sumerian invention helped with record-keeping? A) Papyrus B) Cuneiform C) Parchment D) Clay Tablets

Answer 26

B) Cuneiform

Question 27

Who was the ruler of the Sumerian city of Uruk known for his legendary exploits?

Answer 27

Gilgamesh

Question 28

What was the primary purpose of ziggurats in Sumerian cities?

Answer 28

To serve as temples for worship and as a place for the gods.