The Neolithic Revolution & Elements of Civilization
Roads, canals, and bridges are all examples of which element of civilization?
This term describes religions, like Judaism, Christianity, or Islam, that believe in only one god.
Monotheistic
This goddess represented truth, justice, and order; her feather was used to weigh hearts in the afterlife judgment.
Ma'at
Before pyramids, Egyptians built these flat-roofed rectangular tombs with sloping sides for their dead.
Mastaba
Where did Mrs. J go to college?
Mizzou
Primary source
This term describes religions, such as those in Ancient Egypt, Greece, or Rome, that worship many gods.
Polytheistic
This goddess of magic and healing protected her family and was seen as the ideal mother and wife.
Isis
This region of Ancient Egypt, located in the south along the Nile, was symbolized by the white crown and later united with the northern region.
Upper Egypt
Where did Mrs. J go to high school? (hint: we play them in sports)
Hinsdale Central
This element of civilization creates laws, collects taxes, and provides leadership to keep order and manage resources for the people.
Organized Government
This collection of spells and prayers was buried with Egyptians to guide them safely through the afterlife.
The Book of the Dead
This Egyptian sun god, often combined with another deity, was considered the king of the gods and the creator of all life.
Amon-Re
These rocky rapids along the Nile River acted as natural barriers that protected Ancient Egypt from invasion.
Cataract
What is Mrs. J's dog's name?
Phoebe
People described by this term move from place to place in search of food, water, or pasture instead of settling permanently in one area.
Nomadic
This Egyptian god ruled over the afterlife and was associated with death, resurrection, and fertility.
Osiris
This jackal-headed god was associated with mummification and guided souls into the afterlife.
Anubis
These containers were used in the mummification process to hold and protect the internal organs of the deceased.
Canopic Jars
How old is Mrs. J?
33
This term describes people who settled in one place, especially after the Agricultural Revolution made farming possible.
sedentary
In Egyptian belief, this was a person’s life force or spiritual double that continued to exist after death.
Ka
This falcon-headed sky god was believed to protect pharaohs, who were thought to be his living form on Earth.
Horus
This term describes giving gods, animals, or objects human traits, emotions, or physical features.
Anthropomorphic
What is Mrs. J's daughter's name?
Taylor