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Ancient Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent

5th Grade · Social Studies · US-NV-SS

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Goal

Analyze the political structures, technological innovations, and cultural achievements of ancient Mesopotamian societies.

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Learning standards covered

us-nvSS.6-8.WGGS.12Nevada Social Studies Standards · 7th Grade

Compare rise and fall of governmental systems and political developments across the world.

us-nvSS.6-8.WGGS.24Nevada Social Studies Standards · 7th Grade

Describe the roles of political, civil, and economic organizations in shaping people’s lives.