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Unit 3: Egypt
Egypt Unit
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cataracts | Rapids |
| Theocracy | A government ruled by religious authorities |
| Sphinxes | Imaginary creatures with the bodies of lions and the heads of other animals or humans |
| Obelisk | A tall, four sided pillar that is pointed at the top |
| The Rosetta Stone | A huge, stone slab inscribed with hieroglyphics |
| Hieroglyphics | Egyptian writing system |
| Papyrus | A long-lasting paper like material made from reeds |
| Trade Routes | Paths followed by traders |
| Engineering | The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes |
| Nobles | People from rich and powerful families |
| Dynasty | Series of rulers from the same family |
| Pharaohs | The title used by the rulers of Egypt |
| Delta | A triangle-shaped area of land made from soil deposited by a river |
| Imports | Goods brought from other regions |
| Exports | Items sent out to other regions |
| The Afterlife | The Focus of the Egyptian Religion |
| Who was used to build the Pyramids? | Slaves |
| Why was King Tut’s Tomb different from other Pharaohs? | It was never robbed, so all the treasure was still inside |
| Why was King Tut’s Tomb so Important? | The Treasure taught us about Egyptian Culture |
| Who is on the bottom of the social pyramid in Egypt? | Slaves |