The great value that westerners place on the individual derives in part from the Answer a. Assyrians. b. Babylonians. c. Sumerians. d. ancient Egyptians e. ancient Hebrews. Question 4 The achievements of Solomon include the Answer a. defeat of the Chaldeans. b. construction of a royal palace and a temple. c. building of a mighty army. d. defeat of the Persians. e. defeat of the Philistines.