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Ancient Egypt
Term | Definition |
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Geography | Located in Northeast Africa, with the Nile River running through it. |
Timeline | Old Kingdom (c.2686-2181 BCE) Middle Kingdom (c. 2055-1650 BCE) New Kingdom (c. 1550-1070 BCE) |
Nile River | Lifeline of Egypt, annual flooding brought fertile soil for farming. |
Pharaohs | Rulers of Ancient Egypt, believed to be Gods on Earth. |
Pyramids | Massive tombs for pharaohs, Giza Pyramids are most notable. |
Hieroglyphics | Ancient Egyptian writing system using pictures and symbols. |
Rosetta Stone | Key to understanding hieroglyphics, found in 1799. |
Mummies | Preserved bodies for the afterlife, used elaborate burial rituals. |
Nile Delta | A fertile region where the Nile River splits into multiple channels before flowing into the Mediterranean Sea, important for agriculture and trade. |
Legacy | Contributions include advancements in medicine, mathematics, and architecture, famous for art and culture. |