Question

17 multiple choice 5 points known as the birthplace of abraham, this was one of the earliest cities established. haran ur jerusalem judea 18 multiple choice 5 points also known as the \land between the rivers,\ it is thought to be the cradle of civilization. tiberius mesopotamia dead sea babylonia

Explanation:

For question 17: Religious and historical sources identify Ur as Abraham's birthplace, and it was one of the earliest major settled cities.
For question 18: The term "Mesopotamia" translates directly to "land between the rivers" (referring to the Tigris and Euphrates), and it is widely recognized as the cradle of early civilization.

Answer:

1. Ur
2. Mesopotamia