Geography
Which continent is Egypt located on?
Africa
What is the title of a ruler in ancient Egypt?
Pharaoh
Define Monotheism.
Belief in one god
What is papyrus?
A plant that grew along the Nile River, used to make paper
What materials were used to build the pyramids?
Limestone, Granite, Sandstone
What is the main river in Egypt?
Nile
Which Pharaoh ruled during the peak of ancient Egypt?
Amenhotep III
Define Polytheism
Belief in multiple gods
What is the job of a scribe?
To write and keep record of important information
What was the main purpose of building the pyramids?
Tombs for the Pharaohs to reach the afterlife
Why was the Nile River important to different roles in Egypt?
Farmers: Rely on the Nile's flooding to grow crops and provide food for the society.
Traders/Merchants: Use the Nile as a transportation route to trade goods with other regions.
Government Officials: Manage resources and oversee projects like irrigation and taxation related to the Nile.
Priests: Believe the Nile is a divine gift from the gods and use it in religious ceremonies.
Craftsmen: Use resources transported along the Nile (e.g., stone, clay) to build structures and create goods.
Fishermen: Depend on the Nile for their livelihood, fishing for food and trade.
Which Pharaoh is known as the Great?
Ramses II
How many gods did ancient Egyptians believe in?
Over 2,000
What is the job of an artisan?
To create crafts and arts.
Why did ancient Egyptians make mummies?
So they can reach the afterlife and stay well preserved.
Explain why agriculture was important in ancient Egypt.
To grow crops and provide food for the society.
Which Pharaoh is known as the last Pharaoh?
Cleopatra VII
Which Pharaoh changed the religion to monotheistic?
Akhenaten (Amenhotep IV)
What was the main job for priests?
To preform religious ceremonies, mummification, prayers...
What is Tutankhamun best known for?
His intact tomb filled with treasures and artifacts
What was the climate like in ancient Egypt?
Hot and Dry. Desert.
What is Hatshepsut best known for?
Establishing trade routes
Dressing like a male pharaoh
Building monuments and temples
Who is the goddess of truth, justice, and balance?
Ma'at
Which god or goddess do you think had the most power & why?
Your opinion!
How have we learned about ancient Egyptian religion and mythology?
Texts, artwork, artifacts