Shannon Leister

SLM 521

3/3/06

Ancient Civilizations

Today we will begin studying the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia. By completing the assignment below, you will familiarize yourselves with Mesopotamian culture and geography.

1. What is a scribe?

2. Explain the evolution of cuneiform writing?

3. What role did the Gods play in creating man?

4. Choose three Gods from the Picture list and explain their significance.

5. Why were the Palaces in Assyria an important part on Mesopotamian culture?

6. Why are Wall Reliefs important in researching Assyrian warfare?

7. What does it mean to pay tribute to the King?

8. Who were the Babylonian Astronomers and what were their responsibilities?

9. Give a brief (200 words) synopsis of trade and transport in Babylon.

10. Why were Richard Woolley’s findings important to Mesopotamian history and culture?

11. What are Ziggurats and what purpose did they serve?

Use the link provided below to fill in the geographical features of this map, and then show what natural resources can be found on various points of the map.