Cuneiform {Ans: A form of writing developed by the Sumerians using a wedge shaped stylus and clay tablets.}Mummification {Ans: A process of embalming and drying corpses to prevent them from decaying}Agricultural revolution {Ans: the transformation to basic crops such as maze, beans, and squash that altered Native American societies}Ziggurat {Ans: Large pyramidal temples in Mesopotamia, sites of massive sacrifices so spirits protected kingdoms Proves ancient society was advanced enough to build intricate religious structures}Urbanization {Ans: Movement of people from rural areas to cities Establishment of states, localized power, organized military, laws, large-scale infrastructure Decline of woman's status, creation of patriarchy, institutional men dominating women}Regent {Ans: Someone who rules for a child until the child is old enough to rule}