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Rise to Power Sumer was a region of independent villages and citystates since 5000 BCE. In 2300 BCE, the Akkadians people came from the north and conquered most of the Fertile Crescent Region. They were led by a military leader named Sargon the Great. The First Empire The Sargon Legend states that Sargons mother placed him in a basket then set floating down the Euphrates River. He was raised in the royal home, became cupbearer to the king, and possibly* assassinates him. Many historians connect the story of Moses and Gilgamesh to the life of Sargon. He created the worlds first empire and successfully ruled his vast territory for 56 years delegating power to loyal governors.

Culture Akkadians language replaced Sumerian; however they still used cuneiform to write. Sargons daughter Enheduanna (the first author in history to write in first person) left behind many writings, including songs and hymns. Akkadians were also known for their art; especially steles sculptures. Victory Stele of Naram-Sin Disk of Enheduanna

Name: Date: Period: Assignment: Akkadian Empire Input Chart

Use History Alive! Pages 51-53 to complete the following. Write complete sentences. Be thorough in your answers. Input Charts are the primary source for Unit Exams (30% HISTORY category) and they need to be used as a study guide. PROMPT 1.) What is an empire? 2.) What four empire rose in Mesopotamia between 2300 and 539 BCE? 3.) Describe the map on page 52 and its importance. 4.) The metal sculpture on page 52 includes a caption with a question. Answer the question. 5.) Where did the Akkadians come from and who led them to conquer the land of independent city-states in Sumer? 6.) Describe Sargon as a military leader. 7.) Explain how Sargon kept control of his empire. 8.) What was Sargons and the Akkadians greatest achievement? 9.) What is a capital? 10.) What is a tribute? 11.) Why was the city of Agade important? 12.) How did the Akkadians incorporate Sumerian culture? 13.) What were the Akkadians cultural achievements? 14.) Why did the Akkadian Empire fall? 15.) Like the Sumerian Artifact Analysis YOUR ANSWER A large territory where several groups of people are ruled by a single powerful leader or government. Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, and Neo Babylonian. The map shows Babylonia and it shows how big it was back then. I describe this king as a regular king from a long time ago. The Akkadians come from northern Mesopotamia and a king named Sargon led them. He is a skilled general and he created his empire through powerful military strategies. Sargon destroyed the walls of the city and made sure the governors were loyal to him. He and the Akkadians created the worlds first empire. A city that is the center of a government. Wealth sent from one country to another as a sign that the other is superior. It was important because it was one of the richest and most powerful cities in the world. They incorporated Sumerian culture because they worshiped the same gods and goddess. They also used irrigation techniques and they both used Cuneiform. Their language gradually replaced the Sumerian language. They became well known for making 3 D sculptures. It fell to invaders from the north. It shows thriving because it shows them being

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exercise, describe in detail the artifact (in the photo on page 53) and explain how it represents Akkadian culture thriving.

loyal to the king and having a lot of useful items.