Question

the ancient sumerians influenced the development of government in the northeast by developing a

strong military.
large empire.
code of law.
system of qanats.

question 11 (5 points)
christians of various sects make up about 40 percent of the total population in

jordan.
syria.
lebanon.
israel.

question 12 (5 points)
the primary export of the arabian peninsula is gold.

true
false

question 13 (5 points)
the arabian peninsula is dotted with oases, which are gradually going dry.

true
false

Explanation:

Analyze Sumerian influence on government

The ancient Sumerians developed one of the earliest written legal codes (such as the Code of Ur-Nammu), which heavily influenced governance and legal systems in the Northeast (Mesopotamia/Middle East region).

Analyze Christian population demographics in the Middle East

Among the listed countries, Lebanon has historically had the highest proportion of Christians, with various sects making up approximately 40% of its total population.

Analyze primary export of the Arabian Peninsula

The primary export of the Arabian Peninsula is petroleum (oil) and natural gas, not gold. Therefore, the statement is false.

Analyze status of oases on the Arabian Peninsula

The Arabian Peninsula contains numerous oases that are critical for water supply, but many are gradually drying up due to groundwater depletion and climate factors. Therefore, the statement is true.

Answer:

Question 10

• strong military.
• large empire.
• code of law. (Correct answer)
• system of qanats.

Question 11

• Jordan.
• Syria.
• Lebanon. (Correct answer)
• Israel.

Question 12

• True
• False (Correct answer)

Question 13

• True (Correct answer)
• False