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The Bronze Age: The Bronze Age In Mesopotamia

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The Bronze Age took place in Mesopotamia from 3300 to 1300 BCE. The Bronze Age is known for the introduction of bronze into everyday society to build tools, weapons, and jewelry. The Bronze age is also known for bronze becoming a prominent part of life, cities growing, trade increase, and strong religious values. During the Bronze Age in Mesopotamia, religion played a key role in social structure and the success of communities.
Rulers of city-states were chosen by the gods, and priests were high up on the social ladder. Priests were high in the social hierarchy because they could communicate and connect with the gods. Priests would also pray for the safety and health of the Rulerof their city-state. The Priest 's main job was to keep the gods

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