summerians pt 2 Flashcards
What civilization is associated with the term ‘Akkad’?
Akkadian civilization
Akkad was a prominent civilization in ancient Mesopotamia.
What significant city is mentioned in relation to Hammurabi?
Babylon
Hammurabi was the sixth king of the First Babylonian Dynasty.
How many miles of protective walls surrounded Babylon?
45 miles
The walls were built to protect the city and its inhabitants.
When did the Neolithic Revolution begin?
3700 BCE
This period marked the transition to agriculture and settlement.
What notable development occurred in Uruk around 3600 BCE?
The appearance of writing
This writing system was known as cuneiform.
What civilization fell to the Babylonians around 2300 BCE?
Sumerian civilization
The Sumerians were among the first urban societies in ancient Mesopotamia.
Which group invaded Babylon around 1460 BCE?
Hittites
The Hittites were known for their advancements in ironworking.
What was the height of the Babylonian kingdom under which ruler?
King Nebuchadnezzar II
Nebuchadnezzar II is often credited with the empire’s most significant achievements.
What significant event occurred around 1000 BCE in relation to Israel?
Establishment of the Kingdom of Israel
This period is marked by the reign of King David.
Who conquered the Assyrian Empire in 626 BCE?
Nebuchadnezzar II
Nebuchadnezzar II played a crucial role in the downfall of the Assyrian Empire.
In what year did Darius I introduce new reforms?
522 BCE
Darius I was the third king of the Persian Empire.
Who led the Macedonian forces that encountered the Persian Empire?
Alexander the Great
Alexander’s conquests significantly changed the political landscape of the region.
Fill in the blank: The first town to appear in the historical record is _______.
Uruk
Uruk is one of the oldest known cities in the world.
True or False: The Hittites were known for their use of bronze tools.
False
The Hittites were notable for their advancements in ironworking.
