Religion
What was one characteristic of Ancient Egyptian religion?
It was polytheistic
Ancient Egpypt bordered which body of water?
Mediterranean Sea
What was the role of the Pharaoh in Ancient Egyptian society?
The pharaoh was considered a living god who ruled society.
Social classes in Ancient Egypt were organized around which characteristic?
Occupation
Why did Ancient Egypt develop irrigation systems?
To provide water for crops
Why were the gods important to the lives of Ancient Egyptians?
What factor made the Nile River Valley suited for settlement?
The geography included areas for farming
Who was Hatshepsut?
The first female to declare herself pharaoh of Ancient Egypt
What was one reason that Ancient Egypt was able to expand its economy and trade networks?
It had developed a surplus of grain which allowed it to trade crops
What were three advancements invented in Ancient Egypt?
Hieroglyphics, papyrus, & pyramid
Why were wealthy Ancient Egyptians mummified after death?
They believed that their bodies could be used in the afterlife
What was the location of Ancient Nubia in relation to Ancient Egypt?
It was south of Ancient Egypt
Why did the economy of Ancient Egypt improve under Queen Hatshepsut?
She increased trade
By which two ways did Egyptian culture spread into Nubia?
1- Trade between Egypt and Nubia increased during different periods of history
2- Wars between Egypt and Nubia increased interactions between the two civilizations
Why did Ancient Egyptian rulers order the construction of the pyramids?
To create large tombs for ancient rulers
True or False?
Ancient Egyptian gods had human qualities
True
What geographic feature led to the use of the terms "Upper Kingdom" and "Lower Kingdom"?
The flow of the Nile River
Why was the discovery of King Tut's tomb important?
It was the most intact tomb to be discovered
How did goods brought in through trade networks with other civilizations affect Ancient Egypt?
It increased cultural diffusion
Why was papyrus important in Ancient Egypt?
Papyrus was a type of paper used by scribes to write messages in hieroglyphics
What best explains why Ancient Egyptians developed a polytheistic religion?
They believed they needed more than one god to control all aspects of life
What best describes how the geographic features of Ancient Egypt played a crucial role in the development of Ancient Egyptian civilization?
The annual flooding of the Nile provided fertile silt for agriculture, settlements developed along the riverbanks for access to water and trade, and the centralized government emerged to manage irrigation and resources.
Which ruler is BEST known for expanding the territory of Ancient Egypt through military conquests?
What role did many laborers play in Ancient Egypt?
They were responsible for farming
How did the creation of the calendar impact Egyptian society?
It allowed officials to record and predict growing seasons