How did the Mesopotamians do their town planning?

Name the various occupations practised by the Mesopotamians.

There are unique specimens of art and architecture from the Mesopotamian Civilisation. In this context, answer the following questions:

1. Write a note on the Standard of Ur.
2. Describe a ziggurat in detail.

The Mesopotamians were probably the first to write on soft-clay tablets using a wedge-shaped stylus or pen made from reed, bone or metal. In this context, answer the following questions:

1. What do you mean by the cuneiform script?
2. What is the Code of Hammurabi?