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Chapter 2: The First River-Valley Civilizations, 3500–1500 B.C.E.Assignment:Read the Code of Hammurabi: http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/hamcode.asp#text (Links to an external site.) As you do so, make mental notes about the laws. What was the greatest concern of the Babylonians: economic, religious, or political? In a 250-400 word essay, discuss which cultural aspect you believe was the most significant aspect of ancient Babylonian life? Include evidence from the Code of Hammurabi and the text in your response.