sts sumerian

The Plow

Farmers needed a technology which would enable them to dig the ground where seeds would be planted. the blank was invented to dig the earth in a faster pace. With this tool, farmers could cultivate larger parcels of land faster, enabling them to mass produce food without taking so much effort and time.

Uruk City

It is a great wonder not only because it is considered to be the first true city in the world but also for the way it was erected.

Cuneiform

It is a system that utilizes word pictures and triangular symbols which are carved on clay using wedge instruments and then left to dry.

Roads

Sumerians developed the first roads in order to facilitate faster and easier travel

The Great Ziggurat of Ur

also called the mountain of god, was built in the same manner that they constructed the City of Uruk

Irrigation and Dikes

challenged to mass produce food items but the elements in the environment seemed uncooperative. Through the dikes and canals, the Sumerians were able to enjoy year-long farming and harvesting, which increased their food production.

Sumeria

is located on the Southernmost tip of ancient Mesopotamia.

Sumerians

known for their high degree of cooperation of one another and their desire for great things.

Wheel

the Sumerians were able to invent the wheel since the specialized tools needed to create it were already available.

Sailboats

were essential in transportation and trading as well as in fostering culture, information, and technology.

Boats

were used to carry large quantities of products and were able to cover large distances.