Ancient Mesopotamia Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 2. : Fertile region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
  2. 6. : God of wisdom and freshwater; associated with the creation of humans.
  3. 7. : Mesopotamian writing system made using wedge-shaped marks.
  4. 8. : Famous Babylonian king known for a law code that proclaimed 'an eye for an eye.'
  5. 9. : Epic poem detailing the adventures of a Sumerian king.
  6. 11. : Ancient city-state known for its Code of Laws, issued by its famous king.
  7. 12. : Material used for writing in ancient Mesopotamia.
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  1. 1. : Temple structure with terraces; considered a dwelling place of gods.
  2. 3. : Region of Mesopotamia meaning 'land of Sumer' in ancient times.
  3. 4. : Mesopotamian goddess of love, fertility, and war.
  4. 5. : Leader of Akkadian Empire, regarded as the first empire builder.
  5. 10. : A major Babylonian contribution to mathematics; base system they used.