Why are there so few structures still surviving from ancient Mesopotamia?

Question

(2 points)
All of the structures from this time period were made from clay bricks, and natural erosion has worn most of the small buildings away.
• Many ruins have long served as quarries for building materials.
• Wars and pillaging of artifacts contribute to the lack of surviving structures.
• all of the above

Answer 1

All of the above.

All the reasons listed contribute to the scarcity of surviving structures from ancient Mesopotamia. Structures made from clay bricks have been eroded over time, many ruins have been repurposed for building materials, and wars along with the pillaging of artifacts have significantly impacted the preservation of these ancient sites.