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Ancient Scripts and Languages: A Window into Lost Civilizations
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Which ancient script is known for its wedge-shaped characters and was used by the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians?
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Cuneiform
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Cuneiform is an ancient writing system that originated in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500 BC. It was used by the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, among other civilizations, and is characterized by its wedge-shaped characters.