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Elamite Kingdoms Fact-Matching Game

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The Elamite Kingdoms were known for their rich history and culture, with intricate narratives waiting to be uncovered.

  • Explore ancient ruins and decipher cryptic texts
  • Uncover hidden artifacts and piece together their significance
  • Unlock the secrets of Elamite rulers and their legacies

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • The Elamite civilization existed in what is now southwestern Iran from around 2700 BC to 539 BC.
  • The Elamite language is considered a language isolate, meaning it is not related to any other known language.
  • The Elamite Kingdoms were known for their skill in metallurgy, particularly in the production of bronze objects.
  • The Elamites were one of the first ancient civilizations to develop a system of writing, known as cuneiform.
  • The Elamites were skilled architects and builders, known for their ziggurats and palaces.
  • The Elamites were conquered by the Akkadian Empire in the 24th century BC.
  • The Elamites were known for their intricate pottery and ceramics, often decorated with geometric patterns and animal motifs.
  • The Elamites had a complex social hierarchy with a ruling class, priests, artisans, and farmers.
  • The Elamites were one of the first ancient civilizations to use irrigation to improve agricultural productivity.
  • The Elamites were skilled horse breeders and used chariots in warfare.
  • The Elamites were known for their use of seals and seal impressions to authenticate documents and goods.
  • The Elamites had a complex system of trade and commerce, exchanging goods with neighboring civilizations such as Mesopotamia.
  • The Elamites were conquered by the Neo-Assyrian Empire in the 7th century BC.
  • The Elamites practiced a polytheistic religion, with gods and goddesses associated with natural forces and celestial bodies.
  • The Elamites were known for their fine textiles, including wool and linen garments decorated with embroidery and beadwork.
  • The Elamite Kingdoms were ruled by a series of dynasties, including the Eparti, Igihalkid, and Shutrukid dynasties.
  • The Elamites were skilled in the production of jewelry, particularly gold and silver ornaments.
  • The Elamites were known for their expertise in astrology and divination, using celestial observations to predict the future.
  • The Elamites were conquered by the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BC, leading to the decline of their civilization.
  • The Elamite Kingdoms left behind a rich archaeological legacy, including palaces, temples, and tombs that have been excavated by modern archaeologists.

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