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Ancient Egypt 2
Ancient Egypt Vocabulary Terms 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| nobles | rich powerful families |
| afterlife | life after death |
| mummies | specially treated bodies wrapped in cloth |
| pyramids | huge stone tombs used as burial sites for pharaohs and their treasured items |
| engineering | application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes |
| hieroglyphics | ancient Egyptian writing system |
| papyrus | long-lasting, paper-like material made from reeds |
| Rosetta Stone | used to decode hieroglyphics |
| obelisk | tall, four sided pillar that is pointed on top |
| sphinx | imaginary creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human |