History/Major Events
What is a major event that happened in the Old Kingdom?
The creation of pyramids
What is the name of the god that controlled the Nile floods?
Hapi
Who was the last ruler of Egypt?
Cleopartra VII
What did pharaohs do?
Ruled over the nation, controlled military armies, oversaw tax, laws, etc.
What does Ka mean?
A person's soul
How many dynasties did the New Kingdom cover?
3 dynasties - 18, 19, and 20 Dynasty
What is mummification?
The wrapping of the body of the dead to protect their Ka
What did the double crown stand for?
To show that the pharaoh ruled both lands (they were now unified)
What did the Egyptians grow in crops? Name 3
Wheat, barley, figs, onions, dates, etc.
What did the word "pharaoh" originally mean?
Royal palace
When did the Old Kingdom begin and end?
2575 BC - 2130 BC
What is the name of the god who devoured the unworthy soul?
Ammit
How old was King Tut when he first became ruler?
9 years old
What did men and women wear for clothing?
Clothing: women- linen fitted dresses/garments, men- shendyt (short kilt skirts)
What are 3 jobs that people in the higher class have?
Priest, nobles, vizier, government officials, tatata!!
Why is Lower Egypt above Higher Egypt?
Because of the flow of the Nile River
What was the kind of religion that the Egyptians practiced?
Polytheism
Which pharaoh created the Pyramid of Giza
Khufu
What type of makeup did men and women wear?
Eyeliner, red ochre/blush
How many characters are in the hieroglyphics alphabet?
700+
What is one of Amenemhat I's greatest accomplishments?
Creating Egypt's first standing army OR Founding the city Iti-tawi
What does Amun-Ra stand for?
Amun stands for air, Ra stands for sun, and together makes up the ultimate god
Which pharaoh started the construction of the Temple of Karnak?
Senusret I
What did Egyptians do for leisure activities? Include at least 3.
Toys, dolls, board games, sports
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