Ancient Egypt Flashcards
key terms
1
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ma’at
A
ancient egyptian concept of truth, order, harmony, and justice
2
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inundation
A
dry area is regularly/permanently flooded
3
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cataract
A
six rocky areas of rapids in the middle Nile Valley between Aswan and Khartoum
4
Q
civilisation
A
complex society characterised by urban development, social stratification, a form of government, and writing system
5
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dynasty
A
succession of people from the same family
6
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pharaoh
A
royal palace in ancient Egypt, the word came to be used for Egyptian king during New Kingdom
