1.3 - Writing: Cuneiform
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Practice Questions
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What does the term cuneiform refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means literally.
What was the primary use of cuneiform tablets?
💡 Hint: Consider the main activities in a civilization.
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What does the term cuneiform literally mean?
💡 Hint: Think about how the script's characters look.
Cuneiform was primarily used for recording what?
💡 Hint: Remember its various applications.
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Discuss how the introduction of cuneiform might alter the social structures of city-states in ancient Mesopotamia. Consider both immediate and long-term effects.
💡 Hint: Think about how literacy can change social dynamics.
Evaluate the consequences of writing systems like cuneiform on the preservation of culture and knowledge. How does this compare to oral traditions?
💡 Hint: Consider the pros and cons of each method of knowledge transmission.
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