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Ancient Mesopotamia
Ch. 3
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History
6th Grade
10/24/2016

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cuneiform
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Mesopotamian system of writing that uses triangular-shaped symbols that stand for ideas or things.
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city-state
Definition
an independent state consisting of a city and its surrounding territory
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irrigation
Definition
a system of supplying water to crops
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levees
Definition
built up ridges of earth surrounding fields of crops for the purpose of irrigation
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chariot
Definition
a light, two-wheeled vehicle for one person, usually drawn by two horses and driven from a standing position, used in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, etc., in warfare, racing, hunting, etc.
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scribe
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the person responsible for writing down official documents and keeping records for the government
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ziggurat
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a pyramid-shaped Mesopotamian temple
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polytheism
Definition
worship of many gods
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monotheism
Definition
belief & worship of a single God
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empire
Definition
state containing several countries or territories
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Code of Hammurabi
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a set of laws that governed life in the Babylonian empire
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stele
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a carved stone slab or pillar that stands on end
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cavalry
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soldiers who fight while riding horses
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import
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a good or service sold within a country that is produced (made) in another country
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export
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a good or service produced (made) within a country
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cultural diffusion
Definition
the spread of cultural traits from one culture to another
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