Study Guide for Social Studies
Chapter 2 Lesson 2 Quiz
I. Use your study guide to learn these words and definitions.
bazaar
empire
caravan
Babylon – Babylonia was an ancient region around Southeastern
Mesopotamia now present day Iraq. Babylon was the center of the
Babylonian Empire.
Nebuchadnezzar II – The greatest king of the New Babylonian Empire. He
was responsible for rebuilding the city of Babylon after the Assyrians
destroyed it.
II.
Study the location of the Babylonian Empire. ( see map on page 36)
III.
Answer these questions in complete sentences to prepare for the
quiz.
1. What king united Sumer’s city-states?
The king that united Sumer’s city-states was King Hammurabi of
Babylonia.
2. Why was Babylon a natural crossroads of trade?
Babylon was a natural crossroads of trade because caravans of people were
always coming and going from the cities of Sumer in the south to
the city of Akaad in the north. Therefore, it was a perfect place for
people to trade. (Its central location.)
3. Why were the Assyrians skilled warriors?
The Assyrians were skilled warriors because they were constantly
defending themselves since they lived in a very desirable area in the
Fertile Crescent.
4. What did the Assyrians invent?
The Assyrians invented the battering ram.
5. What city was famous for its library?
The city of Nineveh was the city famous for its library. The Assyrians
were responsible for this library.
6. What two groups overthrew the Assyrians?
The Medes and the Chaldeans were the two groups that overthrew the
Assyrians.
7. Who was responsible for the New Babylonian Empire?
The Chaldeans (King Nebuchadnezzar II) were responsible for the New
Babylonian Empire.
8. What group made important contributions to the science of astronomy?
The Chaldeans made important contributions to the science of
astronomy. They charted the paths of the stars and measured the length
of a year.