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In History / High School | 2014-11-25

What is cuneiform?

A. A Sumerian form of writing
B. A Persian invention
C. A Lydian invention
D. An Egyptian form of writing

Asked by FlorrieBraukus

Answer (2)

I assume you mean Cuneiform, in which case it means wedge shaped, from the stylus used, and is a very early form of writing. Used by the Sumerians.

Answered by psjury | 2024-06-10

Cuneiform is an ancient writing system developed by the Sumerians in southern Mesopotamia around the 30th century BC. It is characterized by its wedge-shaped marks made on clay tablets and evolved from pictographs to a phonetic script. This writing was essential for documenting trade, laws, and literature, influencing later cultures in the region.
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Answered by psjury | 2024-12-26

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