TOP 10
Here is a list of the top frequently asked questions!
01
What type of political system did Ur have?
Ur utilized a monarchy system where the king had the highest power and authority.
02
How did the people of Ur trade?
They traded through a system of bartering. Instead of trading with money, they traded things for other objects. The main object of trade was agricultural surpluses.
03
What type of religion did they have?
The people of Ur were polytheistic. They worshipped many gods in multiple ways. The most famous way of worship was the building of ziggurats for individual gods.
04
What did the Sumerians invent?
The people of Ur, otherwise known as Sumerians, are credited with the invention of the wheel. Cuneiform was the writing system the Sumerians used. It consisted of wedge sahped symbols. Also, it is the first known writing system made.
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What were the social classes of Ur?
Ur had three main classes. The top was the rich government officials, priests, and soldiers. The second level was made of merchants and farmers. The bottom level was made of slaves.