Vocab Quiz - Week 2 - Egypt And Mesopotamia

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    Mesopotamia is also know as...

    • The land of the ziggurats
    • The land between two rivers
    • The land of the pyramids
    • The land of the gods
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  • 2. 

    King Hammurabi is

    • Create the cocenpt of Maat

    • Created a code of laws for Mesopotamia

    • Created the concept of irigation

    • Created a code of laws for Egypt

    Correct Answer
    A. Created a code of laws for Mesopotamia
    Explanation
    King Hammurabi is known for creating a code of laws for Mesopotamia. This code, known as the Code of Hammurabi, was one of the earliest known sets of written laws in human history. It consisted of 282 laws that covered various aspects of daily life, including family, property, commerce, and crime. The laws were displayed publicly for all to see and were intended to provide justice and maintain order in society. The Code of Hammurabi had a significant impact on later legal systems and influenced the development of laws in many civilizations.

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  • 3. 

    What is the names of the river(s) that was so vital to the Egyptian people?

    • The Nile

    • The Euphrates

    • The Nile and the Euphrates

    • The Tigris

    Correct Answer
    A. The Nile
    Explanation
    The Nile River was vital to the Egyptian people because it provided them with water, fertile soil for agriculture, and transportation for trade and communication. The annual flooding of the Nile also played a crucial role in the agricultural cycle, as it deposited nutrient-rich silt that helped sustain their crops. Additionally, the Nile served as a natural barrier that protected Egypt from invasions and provided a source of fish for food. Therefore, the Nile River was of great importance to the Egyptian civilization.

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  • 4. 

    What is the first form of writting?

    • Hieroglyphics

    • Pictures

    • Cuneiform

    • Letters

    Correct Answer
    A. Cuneiform
    Explanation
    Cuneiform is considered the first form of writing because it was developed by the ancient Sumerians around 3200 BCE in Mesopotamia. It consisted of wedge-shaped marks made on clay tablets using a reed stylus. This system of writing allowed for the recording of complex information, such as laws, literature, and historical events. Cuneiform was used by various civilizations in the ancient Near East for over three millennia, making it a significant milestone in the development of human communication.

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  • 5. 

    The Egyptian pyramids...

    • Were ancient houses

    • Were built by aliens

    • Were ancient burial thomb

    • Were built by slaves

    Correct Answer
    A. Were ancient burial thomb
    Explanation
    The Egyptian pyramids were ancient burial tombs. They were constructed as grand monumental structures to serve as the final resting places for pharaohs and their families. These pyramids were built with great precision and engineering skill, showcasing the advanced architectural abilities of the ancient Egyptians. The pyramids were designed to protect and preserve the bodies of the pharaohs, along with their treasures and belongings, for the afterlife. The elaborate burial rituals and the intricate construction techniques used in building the pyramids reflect the importance and significance of the pharaohs in ancient Egyptian society.

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  • 6. 

    Maat is

    • The name of an Egyptian pharoah

    • The an ancient Mesopatamian concept of truth and order

    • The ancient Egyptian concept of truth and order

    • The ancient Egyptian concept of death

    Correct Answer
    A. The ancient Egyptian concept of truth and order
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the ancient Egyptian concept of truth and order. Maat was a fundamental concept in ancient Egyptian religion and represented the principles of truth, justice, and harmony. It was believed that Maat maintained balance and order in the world and guided human behavior. The concept of Maat influenced various aspects of Egyptian society, including law, morality, and the afterlife. It was often depicted as a goddess or represented by a feather, symbolizing the balance of the heart against the feather of Maat during the judgment of the deceased in the afterlife.

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  • 7. 

    A ziggurat is not

    • A type of elevated garden

    • A house of worship

    • Built in Egypt

    • Used for security

    Correct Answer
    A. Built in Egypt
    Explanation
    A ziggurat is not built in Egypt. Ziggurats were ancient Mesopotamian structures, specifically found in ancient Sumer and Babylon. They were stepped pyramids used as religious temples or administrative centers. Egypt, on the other hand, is known for its own unique architectural structures such as pyramids and temples, but not ziggurats.

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  • 8. 

    The pharoah can not

    • Marry in his family

    • Be a women

    • Be living god

    • Over rule the Seribal Bureaucracy

    Correct Answer
    A. Over rule the Seribal Bureaucracy
    Explanation
    The pharaoh cannot overrule the Seribal Bureaucracy. This means that the pharaoh does not have the authority or power to override the decisions or actions made by the Seribal Bureaucracy. The Seribal Bureaucracy is likely a system or group of officials who have their own set of rules and regulations that govern the administration and governance of the kingdom. The pharaoh, despite being a powerful figure, is not above this bureaucratic structure and must abide by its decisions and processes.

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  • 9. 

    Horus was knowns as the god of the...

    • Living

    • Living dead

    • vegatables

    • Dead

    Correct Answer
    A. Dead
    Explanation
    Horus was known as the god of the dead because he was associated with resurrection and the afterlife in ancient Egyptian mythology. He was believed to be the son of Osiris, the god of the dead, and his role was to protect and guide the souls of the deceased in their journey to the afterlife. Horus was often depicted as a falcon-headed deity and was highly revered in Egyptian funerary rituals and beliefs.

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  • 10. 

    A group of officials from Mesopotamia that had control over

    • The slaves

    • The agriculture

    • The gods

    • The pyramids

    Correct Answer
    A. The agriculture
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the agriculture." This is because Mesopotamia was known as one of the earliest civilizations that developed advanced agricultural techniques. The officials in Mesopotamia were responsible for overseeing and managing the agricultural activities, such as irrigation, crop cultivation, and distribution of resources. Agriculture played a crucial role in the economy and sustenance of the Mesopotamian society, making it a significant area of control for the officials.

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