True or False: The southern region was called Upper Egypt.
True
100
What did Egypt focus on?
The afterlife
100
What happened to Egypt in the New Kingdom?
Egypt reached the height of its power and glory.
100
Why did Egyptians write on papyrus?
They wrote on it because it was very long-lasting and it would roll into scrolls.
100
What type of population made up majority of the society?
Farmers, slaves, servants, and peasants
200
Why do the people in Egypt appreciate the flooding of the Nile river? Name atleast 1 reason.
Without the flooding, the Egyptians would not be able to grow crops. Also the flood made the land a dark color.
200
What is one belief on how the pyramids were built?
Some believe that during the Nile's flooding, builders floated the stones downstream to the construction site. Others believe workers used brick ramps.
200
How did Hatshepsut become pharaoh?
Hatshepsut's husband died. The role of the pharaoh was passed down to his son but he was too young. The sons mother therefore became pharaoh.
200
Fill in the blank: In the year _____, _________, the archaeologist uncovered the tomb of __________.
1. 1922 2. Howard Carter 3. King Tut
200
True or False: The society of Egypt became less complex as society grew.
False
300
What is the advantage of having a cataract?
It will keep invaders out because of the harsh waves.
300
Fill in the blank: Blocks of ________ were cut with ________ and stone tools.
1. limestone 2. copper
300
How did military conquests make Egypt rich?
The kingdoms Egypt conquered regularly sent gifts to them. They sent things like gold, leopard skin, stones, and many other precious things.
300
What made it easier to read hieroglyphics?
The Rosetta Stone
300
What did farmers use to pay taxes and why did they pay them?
Farmers payed with crops and they payed for using the land.
400
What was the first dynasty, how long did it last, and who created it?
The first dynasty was a series of rulers. It lasted about 200 years and was created by Menes.
400
What was the point of mummifying the elite and building a pyramid for them?
Mummifying helped preserve the body so the pharaoh would have a good afterlife. The pyramids were built so people would remember the pharaoh and he would have a good afterlife.
400
Why were the Tehenu defeated when they attacked a century later into Egypt?
They were defeated because Ramses built a series of forts to strengthen the western frontier.
400
What could archaeologists learn from King Tuts tomb?
They learned about what people could bury and what the things they buried were made out of.
400
Name three legal rights woman had in Egypt?
They could own property, make contracts, and divorce their husband.
500
How did Menes unify Upper and Lower Egypt? Also, is Menes a myth?
Menes's armies invaded Lower Egypt and eventually took control. He married a princess from Lower Egypt to strengthen his control over the country. Some historians think Menes is a myth.
500
How did the god affect the afterlife?
The gods prepared the body. Anubis weighed the dead person's heart against the feather of truth. Osiris waited to judge the dead person's soul.
500
Why did Egypt target Hyksos and Syria?
They did that because they wanted to take control of all possible trade routes.
500
Name the features (at least 5) of Egyptian temples?
Hieroglyphics on the walls, rows of stone sphinxes, obelisks, high windows, huge thick gate in the entrance, paintings
500
If the architects are very good could they get higher on the social class and what position what they move to?
They could get higher on the social class and can become government officials.