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Friday, October 2nd English Math Science Lesson 3 quiz on Tuesday! Histor

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Silt Fine-grained, nutrient-rich soil deposited by flooding rivers that is great for farming.
Irrigation A system of supplying water to dry land through ditches, pipes, or streams.
Surplus An amount that is left over after a need has been met (like extra food).
City-state An independent city that governs itself and the surrounding territory.
Polytheism The belief in or worship of more than one god.
Ziggurat A massive pyramid-shaped stone temple built by ancient Mesopotamians.
Cuneiform The world's first system of writing, developed by the Sumerians using wedge-shaped marks.
Scribe A person whose job was to write down and record information in ancient times.
Epic A long narrative poem that tells the story of a legendary hero.
Empire A large group of territories or nations ruled by a single supreme leader or emperor.
Tribute A forced payment made by one group or nation to another to show submission or ensure peace.
Province A political district or smaller division within a larger empire.
Caravan A group of merchants traveling together for safety, usually across a desert.
Astronomer A scientist who studies stars, planets, and other celestial bodies in space.
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