Reviewing Ideas, Terms, and People 1. a. Recall What was the basic political
unit of Sumer?
b. Explain What steps did city-states take to
protect themselves from their rivals?
C. Elaborate How do you think Sargon's
creation of an empire changed the history of
Mesopotamia? Defend your answer.
2. a. Identify What is polytheism?
b. Draus Concu vions Why do you think
priests were so influential in ancient Sumerian
society?
c. Dar asta Why would rulers benefit if they
claimed to be chosen by the gods?
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