What Does the Babylonian World Map Shown in Your Text

question 13

Multiple Choice

What does the Babylonian World Map shown in your text tell us about how Babylonians viewed their place in the world?

• A)They believed that the earth was round.
• B)They believed that their progress was inhibited by geographical barriers.
• C)They believed that their destinies were controlled by the gods.
• D)They believed that they were the most important civilization on earth.

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Definitions:

Melatonin

Pineal gland hormone that regulates sleep–wake cycles and seasonal changes; secreted only in the dark.

Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone

A hormone responsible for the release of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone from the anterior pituitary.

Anterior Pituitary

The front part of the pituitary gland responsible for releasing several key hormones, including growth hormone and ACTH.

Luteinizing Hormone

A hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland, instrumental in regulating the reproductive system.