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Chapter 4 SS
School
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Strong Rapids | Cataracts |
| Delta | A triangle shaped area of land made of soil deposited by river |
| Menes | A person who rose to power in Upper Egypt |
| Pharoah | The title used by the rulers of Egypt |
| Dynasty | A series of rulers from the same family |
| Old Kingdom | A period in Egyptian history that lasted from about 2700 BC to 2200 BC |
| Khufu | The most famous Pharaoh of the Old Kingdom |
| Nobles | People from rich and powerful families |
| Afterlife | Life after death |
| Mummies | Specially treated bodies wrapped in cloth |
| Elite | People of wealth and power |
| Pyramids | Huge stone tombs with four triangle-shaped walls that met in a point on top |
| Engineering | The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes |
| Middle Kingdom | A period of order and stability that lasted until 1750 BC |
| New Kingdom | The period during which Egypt reached the height of its power and glory |
| Trade Routes | Paths followed by traders |
| Queen Hathepsut | A ruler who worked to increase Egyptian trade |
| Ramses The Great | The Pharaoh who's reign was the longest in Egyptian history |
| Heiroglyphicas | Egyptian Writing System |
| Papyrus | A long-lasting, paper-like material made from reeds |
| Rosetta Stone | A stone slab inscribed with hieroglyphics |
| Sphinxes | Imaginary creatures with the bodies of lions and heads of other animals or humans |
| Oblesik | A tall, four-sided pillar that is pointed on top |
| King Tutankhamen | A pharaoh of ancient Egypt that has taught us, so much about their beliefs, and practices. |
| Piankhi | The son of Kashta |
| Trade Network | A system of people in different lands who trade goods |
| Merchant | Traders |
| Exports | Items sent out to other regions |
| Imports | Goods brought in from other regions |
| Queen Shanakhdakheto | The first women to rule Kush |
| King Ezana | The person who owned the Aksumite Army, destroyed Meroe, and took over Kush |
| Aquire | To get |
| Method | A way of doing something |
| Contracts | Binding Legal Agreements |
| Authority | Power of Influence |
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