Question 1

Describe the Persian Empire.What helps explain its success? How was it similar to the empires it succeeded? How was it different?

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Students should recognize continuities that, because of their basic quality, are often not seen (concept of authority, administrative institutions, use of the military).They should also see the Persians' innovations (concept of a universal empire, tolerance of regionalism, the influence of a new ethical ideology).

Question 2

The official art of Persia stressed

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The official art of Persia often emphasized the unity of the diverse peoples under Persian leadership, reflecting the empire's vast multicultural composition and the central authority's efforts to project an image of harmony and cohesion.

Question 3

The chief god of the Assyrians was

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Ashur was the chief god of the Assyrians.

Question 4

Discuss the development of the Hebrew religion, and compare it with what you know of the other religions mentioned thus far in the textbook.

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Question 5

The Phoenicians were best known in the ancient world as

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The Phoenicians were most famous in ancient times for their role as traders. They were known for their extensive trading networks throughout the Mediterranean, including the transportation of goods such as wood, glass, textiles, and precious metals.

Question 6

Survey Hebrew political history from the Exodus to the return from Babylon.

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Question 7

The Assyrian homeland was in what geographical region?

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The Assyrian homeland was located in Mesopotamia, which corresponds to present-day Iraq.

Question 8

Do women seem to be regarded differently in Hebrew society than in other ancient civilizations? Consider the roles played by some famous Hebrew women.

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Question 9

Summarize the main characteristics of Zoroastrianism, and discuss how Zoroastrianism may have influenced the Hebrew religion.

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Question 10

All of the following are true of the Assyrians except that

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The main deity of the Assyrians was not Ashur, a goddess of peace, but rather a god of war and empire-building. The other statements are true.

Question 11

Ebla and Ugarit were

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Ebla and Ugarit were both city-states located in the area of modern-day Syria and Palestine. They were known for their contributions to literature, art, and commerce during the Bronze Age.

Question 12

The most important historical contribution of the Phoenicians was

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The Phoenicians are renowned for their spread of Western culture and the alphabet, which they disseminated through their colonies. The alphabet was a significant step in the development of Western civilization, as it allowed for easier communication and record-keeping. The Phoenicians were also important traders, known for their skill in shipbuilding and seafaring, and created a network of colonies throughout the Mediterranean. However, their primary historical contribution was the dissemination of the alphabet.

Question 13

Discuss the characteristics of the Assyrians and the reasons for their remarkable success as conquerors.What were their most valuable skills? Are there any similarities between Assyrian policies and those of any nation in today's world?

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Question 14

Why was the ancient city of Ugarit important not only for its time, but for future history?

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Question 15

The Neo-Babylonians shared with the Assyrians

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The Neo-Babylonians, like the Assyrians, were known for their accurate astronomical observations and predictions. This was an important aspect of their culture and was used for both practical purposes and religious beliefs.

Question 16

All of the following are true of the Canaanites except

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Question 17

Compare the Code of Hammurabi with the laws of the Hebrew Covenant (including, but not limited to, the Ten Commandments).In what way do they appear to have a common root? In what major way do they differ?

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Question 18

Ugarit was destroyed by the

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Ugarit was destroyed by the Sea Peoples in the late Bronze Age. This event is believed to have contributed to the collapse of other civilizations in the Eastern Mediterranean region.

Question 19

Looking at the examples of art in this chapter, what does it tell us about the societies of the time? Discuss if the art is purely decorative or whether it served political purposes; speculate on what it says about the perception man had of himself and his surroundings? Give specific examples to illustrate your point

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Question 20

The main achievement of Ugartic culture was

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The main achievement of the Ugaritic culture was the development of the first alphabetic writing system, which eventually gave rise to the modern alphabet used in many languages today.

Quiz 2: The Ship, the Sword, and the Book: Western Asia Ca1500-400 Bc