Settling Along the Nile
Why did people settle along the Nile?
Because it provided fresh water and fertile soil for farming.
Who was the first pharaoh of Egypt’s first dynasty?
Narmer (Menes).
Who was the Sun God of Egypt?
Ra.
What was the purpose of the pyramids?
Tombs for pharaohs.
What was Nubia rich in?
Natural resources like gold, ivory, and copper.
What are cataracts on the Nile?
Rapids and waterfalls that made travel difficult.
What did Egyptians believe about the pharaoh?
He was both a king and a god.
What process preserved bodies for the afterlife?
Embalming (mummification).
Who was the Great Pyramid at Giza built for?
King Khufu.
What was Kerma known for?
Wealth, trade with Egypt, and beautiful pottery and jewelry.
What is papyrus and what was it used for?
A paper-like material made from plants, used for writing.
What did the Egyptian government organize to help farmers?
Irrigation systems.
Who was Osiris, and what did he represent?
The god of the afterlife.
How did farmers help with pyramid building?
They worked on pyramids during the flood season when they couldn’t farm.
Which Kushite king conquered Egypt and became pharaoh?
Piye.
Who united Upper and Lower Egypt?
Narmer (also called Menes).
Who was the longest ruling pharaoh, famous for his military victories?
Ramses II.
Which pharaoh tried to change Egypt’s religion to worship only Aton?
Akhenaton.
What skills did Egyptians gain from embalming?
Medical knowledge like treating illness and setting bones.
Why was Meroe an important capital?
It was near iron ore deposits, making it a center for iron production.
What protected Egypt from outside invaders?
The Sahara Desert.
What is tribute?
Payments made by conquered peoples to Egypt.
What did Egyptians believe they needed to reach the afterlife?
A preserved body (mummy) and possessions buried with them.
Why was the pyramid shape important?
It symbolized the rays of the sun.
What items did Kush trade with other regions?
Iron goods, gold, ivory, and ebony.