VOCAB
What are cataracts of the Nile?
Areas of Rocky Rapids
what achievements show egypts mathematical abilities?
Pyramids and other engineering achievements. Calendars
how were the civilizations of ancient egypt and kush both similar and different?
Both had similar leaderships, they built pyramids, and they depended on the nile river. Kush had closer links to other parts of Africa, better Iron working skills, and created its own alphabet
What continents does the red sea seperate?
Africa and Asia
What did artisans in ancient egypt do?
Were skilled handworkers who created handicrafts and luxury items
Why is the relationship between egypt and Nubia described as one of interdependence?
Each had goods that the other wanted and needed. They needed each other to supply these goods
Were Egyptian pharaohs good leaders?
Yes, they were great leaders because they made egypt wealthy and powerful and built great pyramids.
Which Letter represents the mediterranean sea?
B
What does Bureaucracy mean?
system of government officials that carry out duties.
Why did ancient egyptians want to control the Niles floodwater?
They wanted to reduce damage to crops and property and direct water to where it was most needed.
for Whom was the source most likely written?
B
What continent is North of the Red Sea?
Europe
Why were papyrus and hieroglyphics important in ancient Egypt
They enabled record keeping to take place and allowed knowledge to be passed down
How did Hatshepsut build egypts wealth and power?
She sent traders to East Africa. They returned with Wood, Ivory, Gold, and perfumes.
which letter represents lower egypt?
D. It's called lower Egypt because its at the mouth of the river
What is Meroitic Script?
One of the oldest alphabets used by the Kush
how were cuneiform and hieroglyphics similar?
Both used signs that represented sounds, and other signs that represented words or phrases
Which letter represents the red sea?
A