Question

What was the earliest known civilization?

Responses

Sumer

Sumer

Mesopotamia

Mesopotamia

Civitas

Civitas

Egypt

Answer 1

The earliest known civilization is generally considered to be Sumer, which emerged in ancient Mesopotamia around 4000 to 3500 BCE. Sumer is recognized for its development of urban centers, writing (cuneiform), and advancements in various fields such as mathematics and astronomy.