Which of the following does not correctly characterize the relationship between the Sumerian cities of Mesopotamia and the transhumant peoples who lived on the margins?
A. The Mesopotamian urbanites looked down on the transhumant herders.
B. The transhumant herders' lack of knowledge about Sumerian culture left them open to ridicule.
C. The transhumant herders provided wool and other animal products for the cities' craftworkers.
D. The transhumant herders paid taxes to and served as warriors for the cities.
E. The transhumant herders had few political rights in the cities.
Answer: B. The transhumant herders' lack of knowledge about Sumerian culture left them open to ridicule.
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