Sargon of Akkad (C

question 14

Multiple Choice

Sargon of Akkad (c.2350 b.c.e. ) is significant because he:

• A)was the first lugal to conquer neighboring city-states.
• B)subdued Sumer and exerted influence from Ethiopia to the Indus Valley.
• C)built observatories and introduced the more accurate Akkadian calendar.
• D)sent ambassadors to distant lands ranging from Ethiopia to Europe.
• E)was the first ruler in history to take the title of "emperor."

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