Which statement about Hammurabi's reign is correct?

A

He defeated the Egyptians and successfully integrated their empire into Mesopotamia.

B

Through military campaigns and alliances, he unified Mesopotamia under one ruler.

C

Working with the Persians, he was able to establish diplomatic ties with Asia.

D

His armies were among the first to travel to Greece in search of new lands.

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Cindy Daugherty

29 September, 11:14

Which statement about Hammurabi's reign is correct?

A

He defeated the Egyptians and successfully integrated their empire into Mesopotamia.

B

Through military campaigns and alliances, he unified Mesopotamia under one ruler.

C

Working with the Persians, he was able to establish diplomatic ties with Asia.

D

His armies were among the first to travel to Greece in search of new lands.

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Elijah Aguilar · Answer 1

B: Through military campaigns and alliances, he unified Mesopotamia under one ruler.

Explanation:

Hammurabi conquered Elam and also the city-states of Larsa, Mari, and Eshnunna. He managed to dethrone the king of Assyria Ishme-Dagan I, and also made his son to pay tribute. This was the time when he successfully brought the entire Mesopotamia under one ruler. Mesopotamia was now under Babylonian rule. Moreover, he also introduced the Code of Hammurabi which received from the Babylonian god of justice. The code offer no compensation for committing heinous crimes.

Dragonfly · Answer 2

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