unit 3 mesopotamia Flashcards
a culture that has developed system of government religion and learning
civilization
a fertile region in Asia that includes the region of Mesopotamia
fertile crescent
The region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers; birthplace of the Sumerian and babylonian civilizations.
Mesopotamia
light soil in rivers that is moisture retentive soil type with a high fertility rating
Silt
written set of laws that apply to everyone under a government.
Sargon
a written set of laws that apply to everyone under a government.
Code of Law
King of the Babylonian empire; creator of the Code of Hammurabi
Hammurabi
the way people manage money and resources for the production of goods and services.
Economy
divisions within a society and culture Structure
Social Structure
wedged-shaped)- first form of writing EVER!
Cuneiform
a legacy that consists of canals artificial lakes a gates. it allowed farmers to expand their crops.
irrigation
an independent self governing city and the lands/villages around it
city state
the governing body in charge of a certain people group (usually having to do with laws)
politics