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Egypt

vocab and facts Definitions and answers
Cataracts Strong rapids.
Delta A triangle-shaped area of land made of soil deposited by a river
Pharaoh The title used by the rivers of Egypt.
Dynasty A serious of rulers from the same family.
Old kingdom A period in Egyptian history that lasted from about 2,700 B.C.
Nobles People from rich and powerful families.
Mummies Specially treated bodies wrapped in cloth.
Pyramids Huge stone tombs with four triangle shaped walls that met in a point on top.
Middle Kingdom A period of order and stability that lasted until 1750 B.C.
New Kingdom The period during which Egypt reached the height of it´s power and glory.
Hieroglyphics Egyptian writing system.
papyrus A long-lasting, paper-like material made from reeds.
Rosetta stone A stone slab inscribed with the bodies of lions and heads of other animals or humans.
Obelisk A tall, four-sided pillar that is pointed on top.
Theocracy A government that recognizes god or a god as the ultimate authority.
Trade routes Paths followed by traders
What continent is Egypt located on? Africa
was the twelve ruler. died when he was eighteen. King Tutankhamen
How many feet high was the great pyramid? 480 feet high
How any limestone blocks are on the great pyramid? 2,300,000 limestone blocks.
Why did Egyptians mummify their bodies? So they can save there body and there spirit can find them.
What sea does the Nile empty (flow) in to? Mediterranean sea.
Name two pharaohs whose tombs were found there. Rameses V11 and Setill
Describe what the sphinx looks like. Lion with a human head.
Pharaohs were not only the rulers of Egypt they were also considered what? gods.
Sphinxes Imaginary creatures with the bodies of lions and heads of other animals or humans.
Trade network A system of people in different lands who trade goods.
What were the significant events that occurred in the old kingdom? 02890 B.C Egypt's first dynasty under King Menus united upper and lower Egypt.
What did Egypt conquer during this time? Conquered Nubia,Period of order and stability,mid 1500 B.C Ahmose united Egypt.
What was this period known for? A time of expansion and prosperity.
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