Old Kingdom
(Fill in the blank) The Old Kingdom was known as the,” .”
“Age of the Pyramids.”
Why were the Pyramids built?
They held grand tombs for the royal rulers of Egypt.
Who was she (what was so extraordinary about her)?
She was the first female Pharoah.
When did Ramses II begin to be trained as a ruler and a fighter? (Do not overthink this question)
At a young age.
What kind of house did the average Egyptian family live in?
A mud baked house.
What famous Pyramids were built during the Old Kingdom?
The Pyramids of Giza
What were the Pyramids built out of?
Millions of limestone blocks.
What did she establish and further develop with foreign countries?
Trade, and relationships
How did Ramses expand Egypt’s territories?
Through Military conquests and peace treaties.
(Fill in the blank) The slaves and servants were the___________ of them all.
Poorest.
How long did the Old Kingdom last?
400 years
When did the Ancient Egyptians perfect the art of Pyramid building?
During the Old Kingdom.
Why was the time of her ruling known for its peace and prosperity?
Through development of trade, she made Egypt very rich. In turn luxurious items were imported worldwide.
What is Ramses II most commonly known for?
The construction and repairation of massive monuments
What was everybody’s goal or steadfast rule?
Look Nice, Be clean, wear jewelry, apply makeup(eyepaint).
Towards the end of the Old Kingdom, why did the people of Egypt start to die off?
droughts and famine.
Where is the Great Pyramid of Khufu located?
Near the town of Giza.
Why did she construct many monuments?
She wanted the poeple of Egypt to like her and it was a way to show them she was Pharoah.
In Egypt’s history of Pharoahs, why was he given the title,”Great?”
He was considered to be Egypt’s last great Pharoah.
What must everyone do to keep the civilization running?
They must do their job well, and complete it on time. Like a machine with all its small parts working together to keep it running.
What was the time period following the Old Kingdom called?
The First Intermediate Period.
Why were the massive monuments built for mere humans?
The Pharoahs were believed to be gods that could control the afterlife, pleasing them would result in a happy afterlife.
How long did she rule for?
About 22 years.
At what year of age did he become a captain in the Army?
Age 10.
What was the Ancient Egyptians top priority?
Please the gods.