Unit 3 Mesopotamia Flashcards
Identify and explain the different components of G.R.A.P.E.S. (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, Social Structure) to analyze an image, determine its relevant aspects, and explain their significance.
Objective
A culture that has a developed system of government, religion and learning.
Civilization
a fertile region in Asia that includes the region of Mesopotamia
Fertile Crescent
light soil in rivers that is moisture retentive soil type with a high fertility rating.
Silt
a legacy that consists of canals, artificial lakes and gates. It allowed farmers to expand their fields and bring water to their crops.
Irrigation
the way people manage money and resources for the production of goods and services.
Economy
divisions within a society and culture
Social Structure
a written set of laws that apply to everyone under a government.
Code of Law
to believe in many gods and goddenss
paleolithic
First writting