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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Silt | Fine, rich particles of fertile soil left behind by flooding rivers. |
| Irrigation | A system that supplies dry land with water using ditches, pipes, or canals. |
| Surplus | An amount of food or goods that is extra or more than what is needed. |
| City-state | An independent city and the farm land around it that acts like its own small country. |
| Polytheism | The belief in more than one god. |
| Ziggurat | A large, pyramid-shaped tower with a temple at the top. |
| Cuneiform | An ancient writing system with wedge-shaped marks pressed into soft clay. |
| Scribe | A person whose job is to write, copy documents, and keep records. |
| Epic | A long poem that tells the story of a hero. |
| Empire | A large group of different territories or lands ruled by a single leader. |
| Tribute | A payment made to a ruler or stronger state as a sign of surrender or for protection. |
| Province | A smaller district or unit within a larger country or empire. |
| Caravan | A group of merchants traveling together safely, often with camels. |
| Astronomer | A person who studies the stars, planets, and moon. |