The City of Ur
Grade 6•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can explain the social hierarchy and daily life of people living in the ancient city of Ur.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Describe the role of the ziggurat in the city of Ur.
2. Explain the significance of the discoveries made in the graves of Ur, and what they suggest about the social hierarchy of the time.
3. What was the main reason for the conflict between the people of Ur and the Akkadian rulers? A) Religious differences B) Economic competition C) Language and cultural dominance D) Disputes over territory
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