World History and Civilizations
Which of the following best describes Mesopotamia?
- A. A vast empire centered in present-day Turkey that lasted from the late thirteenth century until the early twentieth century
- B. The region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, often called the 'Cradle of Civilization' ✓
- C. The 1215 charter signed by King John of England that limited royal power and influenced modern constitutional law
- D. A collection of thousands of life-sized clay soldier statues buried with China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang
Correct answer
B. The region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, often called the 'Cradle of Civilization'
Explanation
'Mesopotamia' refers to the region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, often called the 'Cradle of Civilization'.