Section Objectives I can describe the characteristics that classical civilizations share such as institutions, cultural styles, and systems of thought that endured for several centuries.
I can compare and contrast the defining characteristics of a city-state, civilization, and empire.
I can describe the major achievements of the empires in this region in the areas of art, architecture, science, technology, political ideas, philosophy, and military strategy.
Section Questions What type of governmental structure did the Ancient Mesopotamians use to rule?
What important societal developments came from the Ancient Mesopotamians?