Multiple Choice Questions 1. How did the Code of Hammurabi reflect the social structure of ancient Mesopotamia? a. It established a system of laws that applied equally to all citizens.regardless of their social status. b. It created a system of laws that favored the wealthy and powerful over the poor and powerles that c. It established a system of laws that were based on the principle of lex talionis,which meant that punishments were equal for all crimes. d. it established a system of laws that were based on the principle of 'iex talionis.which meant that punishments varied based on social status. 2. What was the purpose of the Code of Hammurabi, according to King Hammurabi? a. To establish a system of laws that would ensure the stability and prosperity of the region. b. To create a system of laws that would be used to punish criminals and maintain order. c. To create a system of laws that would be used to collect taxes and support the government. d. To create a system of laws that would be used to promote trade and commerce. 3. How did the Code of Hammurabi influence the development of law in the ancient world? (a)It was the first written legal code, and it inspired the development of other legal systems. b. It was a complex and comprehensive legal system that was adopted by many other civilizations. c. It was a system of laws that was based on the principle of "lex talionis," which was adopted by many other civilizations. d. It was a system of laws that was based on the principle of "lex talionis," which was rejected by many other civilizations. 4. What can you conclude about the importance of justice and fairness in Mesopotamian society based on the text? a. Justice and fairness were not important in Mesopotamian society. b. Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, but only for the wealthy and powerful. c. Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, as evidenced by Hammurabi's desire to prevent the strong from oppressing the weak. d. Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, but only for the poor and powerless.

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Multiple Choice Questions 1. How did the Code of Hammurabi reflect the social structure of ancient Mesopotamia? a. It established a system of laws that applied equally to all citizens.regardless of their social status. b. It created a system of laws that favored the wealthy and powerful over the poor and powerles that c. It established a system of laws that were based on the principle of lex talionis,which meant that punishments were equal for all crimes. d. it established a system of laws that were based on the principle of 'iex talionis.which meant that punishments varied based on social status. 2. What was the purpose of the Code of Hammurabi, according to King Hammurabi? a. To establish a system of laws that would ensure the stability and prosperity of the region. b. To create a system of laws that would be used to punish criminals and maintain order. c. To create a system of laws that would be used to collect taxes and support the government. d. To create a system of laws that would be used to promote trade and commerce. 3. How did the Code of Hammurabi influence the development of law in the ancient world? (a)It was the first written legal code, and it inspired the development of other legal systems. b. It was a complex and comprehensive legal system that was adopted by many other civilizations. c. It was a system of laws that was based on the principle of "lex talionis," which was adopted by many other civilizations. d. It was a system of laws that was based on the principle of "lex talionis," which was rejected by many other civilizations. 4. What can you conclude about the importance of justice and fairness in Mesopotamian society based on the text? a. Justice and fairness were not important in Mesopotamian society. b. Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, but only for the wealthy and powerful. c. Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, as evidenced by Hammurabi's desire to prevent the strong from oppressing the weak. d. Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, but only for the poor and powerless.

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1. **d.** It established a system of laws that were based on the principle of 'lex talionis,' which meant that punishments varied based on social status. The Code of Hammurabi, while promoting a sense of order, did not apply equally to all. Punishments often depended on the social standing of both the victim and the perpetrator.2. **a.** To establish a system of laws that would ensure the stability and prosperity of the region. Hammurabi's stated intent was to create a just and stable society, believing that codified laws would contribute to this goal. While maintaining order and punishing criminals were part of the code, the overarching purpose was broader than just these aspects.3. **a.** It was the first written legal code, and it inspired the development of other legal systems. While not necessarily complex or comprehensive compared to later legal systems, its significance lies in its written form, which provided a concrete framework for governance and influenced later legal developments. While *lex talionis* was a key principle, its adoption or rejection by other civilizations isn't the primary reason for the Code's influence.4. **c.** Justice and fairness were important in Mesopotamian society, as evidenced by Hammurabi's desire to prevent the strong from oppressing the weak. Hammurabi's prologue emphasizes his desire to protect the vulnerable, suggesting a societal value placed on justice, even if the application of the law wasn't always equitable in practice.

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