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Egypt-section 1,2,3
Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cataracts | strong rapids |
| Delta | triangle shaped area of land made of soil deposited by a river |
| Menes | He unified kingdoms of upper and lower Egypt . Built new capital city of Memphis. |
| Pharaoh | Title used by ruler of Egypt. |
| Dynasty | Series of rulers from the same family |
| Old Kingdom | Period in Egyptian history that lasted from 2700 BC to 2200 BC. Political system where Pharaoh was both king and god. |
| Khufu | 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 | members or 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 -lasted until about 1750 BC |
| New Kingdom | period during which Egypt reached the height of its power and glory - lasted from 1550 BC- 1050 BC |
| Trade routes | paths followed by traders |
| Queen Hatshepsut | Egyptian Queens, increased trade with places outside of Egypt and ordered very impressive monuments. |
| Ramses the Great | Egyptian Pharaoh, expanded the kingdom and built lasting temples. One of Egypt's greatest ruler. |