Geography
What continents are Egypt located on?
Africa and Asia
The age of the great pyramids
ex. Pyramid of Giza
Old Kingdom
He is best known as the architect of a famous
pyramid.
Pharaoh Khufu
Why did Egyptians pack their tombs full of goods?
Because they believed the afterlife was a continuation of life
Name two architectural achievements did the Egyptians develop
Ramps and levers
Which river is the largest in the world where the lands are made fertile?
The Nile River
A period of expansion and wealth
Middle Kingdom
He is best known for his military leadership and for building numerous monuments
Ramses II
The Ancient Egyptians built elaborate structures to serve as
Tombs
What does polytheistic mean?
To believe in many gods.
What physical features border the Nile River to the east and the west
Eastern Desert and the Red Sea
The golden age
New Kingdom
He was a strong leader who ruled a stable, unified Egypt. Art, literature, and architecture flourished during his reign.
Pharaoh Senusret I
During this ritual, the deceased person's heart was weighed on a giant scale against the feather of truth.
Weighing of the Heart ceremony
Of the Ancient Egytian Social Classes, which kept official records for the government and the priests?
Scribes
Name 2 of Ancient Egypt's natural barriers
Mountains
Mediterranean Sea
Cataracts
Red Sea
Deserts
The reunification of Egypt
Middle Kingdom
She was one of Egypt's first female pharaohs. Under her rule, Egyptian art and architecture flourished.
Hatshepsut
This explained very specifically how to get from our world to paradise and listed all of the spells you would need to pass safely through the Duat
Book of the Dead
Name two modern day inventions that evolved from ancient Egyptian contributions.
The calendar
Papyrus and ink
Cosmetics and makeup
Plow
What is the Nile Delta?
A fertile, triangular lowland in northern Egypt where the Nile River spreads out and drains into the Mediterranean Sea
Long-lasting leadership and building legacy
New Kingdom
His remains are one of the most famous Egyptian mummies.
King Tut
List 3 Steps involved in the mummification process.
1. Removing organs and brain
2. drying the body with natron salt
3. Wrapping the body in linen bandages with oils, resins, and amulets to prepare it for the afterlife
Name 3 medical/health ancient Egyptian contributions
Medical Care
Understanding of the body
Dentistry (toothpaste)