From the Latin word meaning "wedge," __________ was a system of writing developed by the Sumerians.

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The word "cuneiform" comes from the Latin word "cuneus" meaning "wedge," which refers to the distinct wedge-shaped impressions made by a reed stylus on clay tablets. The Sumerians developed this writing system around 3,000 BCE, making it one of the oldest writing systems in the world. Linear A was a writing system used by the ancient Minoans in Crete, hieroglyphics were used in ancient Egypt, Aramaic was used in the Near East, and Phoenician was a script used by the ancient Phoenicians. None of these relate to the wedge-shaped cuneiform script used by the Sumerians.

From the Latin Word Meaning "Wedge," __________ Was a System