Warfare
Who introduced the Egyptians to horse-drawn chariots and bronze weapons during their rule over Egypt?
The Hyksos
How did Maat influence the political structure?
What are some of the social classes found in Egyptian society?
What were some of the elements of Egyptian funerary art found in tombs?
Canopic jars, sculptures, and wall paintings.
What kind of belief system did the Egyptians follow?
A polytheistic belief system
How did the Egyptians demonstrate their military power?
Through monuments, paintings and sculptures.
What was the responsibility of the elites in the Egyptian political system?
They were responsible for enforcing the principles of Maat in Egyptian society.
Who was responsible for solving legal disputes concerning property and slaves in Egypt?
High officials or the ruling elite.
Through individual worship.
How was art connected to religious devotion in Egypt?
Art was a sacred expression that brought gods and goddesses to life.
What role did the scarcity of resources in the Nile River's geography play in driving Egyptian expansion?
Since resources were scarce it prompted the need for expansion into Asia for their military funding.
Who held the highest position in the Egyptian political hierarchy?
The king and the pharaoh held the highest position the political hiearchy.
What role did high officials or the ruling elite play in the economic activity in Egypt?
They regulated various crafts and compensated the people for completed work.
Who crafted tomb models and what materials were used to make them?
They were made by loved ones out of wood.
How did myths influence relationships among individuals in Egyptian society?
They served as a generator of ideas that influenced their relationships.
What did conflict during the Hyksos invasion create in Egyptian society?
It resulted in an environment where children were raised to become soldiers and military officials.
How did the king acquire his power in Egypt?
He gained his power through the Sed Festival where he was crowned the ruler of Upper and Lower Egypt
How did women defy traditional roles, and what aspects of society did they play a part in?
They went beyond the traditional role of being a housewife by participating in economic activities and legal matters.
What is one of the most well-preserved art forms found in Egypt?
Wall art in tombs.
Apart from stories and art, what did the Egyptians believe had a big impact on history?
They believed the spirit world shaped history.
What role did warfare play in shaping Egyptian society beyond territorial expansion?
It shaped their society by uniting the people and strengthening their leader's sense of authority.
How does the Egyptian political structure compare to modern-day dictatorships?
It's similar in that they both have a single ruler with significant power.
What set Egypt apart from other societies regarding their approach to cultural norms?
Their society was easily adaptable as they were more welcoming to concepts outside the typical cultural norms.
How did tomb models and wall paintings assist the deceased in Egypt?
They provided them necessary objects and depictions for their journey to the afterlife.
How did Egyptians show they believed in the afterlife?
They used depictions of food and engraved names on tomb walls.