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The Code of Hammurabi: Ancient Laws and Their Significance

Explore the historical significance of the Code of Hammurabi, its impact on society, and why understanding ancient laws is crucial. Discover the era, preservation efforts, and issues surrounding this code, as well as its representation and influence on modern legal systems. Gain insights into Hammurabi's role, Gilgamesh responsibilities, and architectural distinctions. By delving into this topic, you will uncover a wealth of knowledge about one of the earliest known legal documents and its enduring importance.

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The Code of Hammurabi: Ancient Laws and Their Significance

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  1. Who am I? How old am I? Where was I found? Why am I important to you? What do I represent? How do you know? What issues exist with my name?

  2. Why is this area important to you? What country is this? Number of Sanctuaries? Preservation? Era? Discovery? Trouble with Tourism?

  3. Name of fresco? What does this portion represent? Whatcolors are used? What will balance the other side of this composition? Signs? Use of Rock surface?

  4. Code of Hammurabi • Who was Hammurabi? • What was the code?

  5. Gilgamesh responsibilities • Working in small groups, you must ensure you have a complete understanding of all bulleted items on your handout.

  6. Can you…? • Define Architecture • Determine the difference between creation and experience • Discuss the difference between masculine and feminine works of architecture • Label a post and lintel structure

  7. From your notes, you must be able to… • Understand the differences between Greek _______ and Roman __________ • Define the shifts in Roman power from Republican to Imperial

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