Vocab
A way to provide water to crops using a series of canals
Irrigation
How did the Egyptians use the Pyramids?
As massive tombs to bury the Pharaoh and preserve his body for the afterlife
Who makes up the ruling class?
The Pharaoh and his family.
South to North
Where is Upper Egypt located?
In the south
A group of leaders, usually related
Dynasty
Why did the Egyptians create the 365 day calendar?
To track the harvest season and the flooding of the Nile River.
Who makes up the lower class in ancient Egypt?
Farmers and enslaved people
Which sea does the Nile river emtpy into?
Mediterranean Sea
Where is Lower Egypt located?
In the north
A strong rush of water/rapids/waterfall
Cataracts
Why did the Egyptians create mummification?
Because they believed the preserved body was needed for life in the afterlife
Who make up the upper class in ancient Egypt?
Nobles and Priests
How did the ancient Egyptians use the Nile for farming?
The Nile provided rich soil and water to irrigate.
What were the three main time periods of ancient Egypt in chronological order?
Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom
This decorated marble or stone coffin was placed in a pyramid to protect the mummified remains of the pharaoh.
Sarcophagus
Why did the Egyptians create the shadoof?
To move water
Who makes up the middle class in ancient Egypt?
Artisans and Merchants
How did the Nile river protect the ancient Egyptians?
The cataracts blocked enemy boats
Why can ancient Egypt be considered a Theocracy?
Plant used to make the first paper of ancient Egypt.
Papyrus
Fabric used to make Egyptian clothing
Linen
How do people become enslaved in ancient Egypt?
People become enslaved by being conqured through battle.
What was transported on the Nile river?
The Nile river transported people and goods.
Why can ancient Egypt be considered a Monarchy?
The title of Pharaoh was passed down from father to son, hereditary.