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Mesopotamia’s Lasting Legacy Read pp. 43-49 and answer the following questions… 1. The greatest contribution of Mesopotamia to Western Civilization was the invention of writing. In what 3 ways was writing important? 2. Explain “cuneiform.” 3. How did Mesopotamian writing evolve over the years? 4. What were some of the most impressive Mesopotamian developments in science & technology? 5. Describe the Mesopotamian religion 6. Gilgamesh: a) Briefly summarize the Epic of Gilgamesh b) Why is this story so significant? 7. What were Mesopotamian Ziggurats? Describe their appearance. 8. What is Nebuchadnezzar’s legacy? 9. For each of the seven elements of civilization, provide an example from ancient Mesopotamia.
