Culture/Religion
Why did Egyptians worship many gods?
They had to explain different natural forces.
In the Old Kingdom, what three roles did a Pharaoh have?
Ruler, Priest, God
What role did the flooding of the Nile play in farming?
Helped grow crops.
Why were pyramids built during the Old Kingdom?
They were built to protect the mummified Pharoah.
How did Egyptians use hieroglyphics?
To count and record their stories.
Who was Osiris and why was he important?
Taught people laws and farming.
What are some contributions Egypt made to other civilizations?
Papyrus, surgeries, base ten numbers system, calendar
What is the gift of the Nile?
Egypt, it is a nickname
Who was Hatshepsut and what did she accomplish?
She established trade with other civilizations.
Who were the Hyksos and why were they successful?
Fought against the Egyptians, they had better weapons.
What was mummification and why was it performed?
It preserved the bodies, which the soul needed in the afterlife.
What were the four social classes in the Old Kingdom?
Pharaoh, nobles, scribes/merchants, farmers, slaves
How did the Nile protect Egypt?
It was a natural barrier.
Identify Menes. Who was he and why was he important?
United upper and lower Egypt, was the first king.
Who was Ahmose and why was he important?
He pushed back against the Hyksos, started the new kingdom.