Sumerian Society Was Complex, with Its Members Divided into Distinct

question 28

Essay

Sumerian society was complex, with its members divided into distinct categories. Describe these social categories in terms of membership, wealth and power, duties, functions, and obligations. How does the Code of Hammurabi reflect this social stratification?

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Traditional Media

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Product Innovations

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Special Events

Activities or occurrences designed to celebrate, commemorate, or mark a particular happening or tradition.

Channel Conflict

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