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How was the art of ancient Mesopotamia different from that of earlier cultures?

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It included monuments that glorified the gods and showed religion in society.

It included monuments that glorified the gods and showed religion in society.

It included pretend animals and showed human imagination.

It included pretend animals and showed human imagination.

They showed people in different activities and gave information about daily life.

They showed people in different activities and gave information about daily life.

Their art was all based on useful items and showed a focused empire.

Answer 1

The correct response is: **It included monuments that glorified the gods and showed religion in society.**

This captures the emphasis on religion and the divine in Mesopotamian art, which was a significant aspect distinguishing it from earlier cultures. Ancient Mesopotamia produced large monuments and intricately carved reliefs that often celebrated deities and religious practices, reflecting the importance of polytheism in their society.