Emily Michael Flashcards
What is the definition of a delta?
An area where a river flows out into various branches as it flows into a body of water.
Which way does the Nile river flow?
The Nile flows from the south to the north.
What natural resources were found in Ancient Egypt?
Minerals (gold, silver, copper, etc.), and crops (wheat, barley, leeks, grapes, corn, etc.).
Why did pharaohs stop building pyramids?
The Egyptians were constantly burglarized by grave robbers.
What is a mummy?
The preserved body of a pharaoh or other powerful people in Ancient Egypt.
What is a dynasty?
A series of rulers from the same family.
What is a pharaoh?
An Ancient Egyptian ruler.
What is a pyramid?
A massive monumental tomb for a pharaoh.
What was a major accomplishment of the pharaoh Khufu?
Khufu built the Great Pyramid as his tomb. He also built the Great Pyramid to protect his tomb for when he died.
What was a major accomplishment of the pharaoh Tutankhamen?
The discovery of Tutankhamen’s tomb led a great understanding of Ancient Egypt.
What was a major accomplishment of the pharaoh Hatshepsut?
Hatshepsut was the first female pharaoh, expanded Egypt through trade, and built many monuments including Obelisks.
What was a major accomplishment of the pharaoh Ramses II?
Ramses II had the longest rule of 66 years, made a peace treaty with the Hittites, and expanded Egypt through war and built many monuments.
What are some of the accomplishments of the Ancient Egyptians?
The Ancient Egyptians invented the papyrus, hieroglyphics, and ink; were great at geometry and building pyramids; made a calendar based on 365 days; mummification and the knowledge of medicine and surgery; math: decimal system that included fractions.
What is the definition of embalm?
To preserve a body after death; the process of treating a body to prevent it from decaying.
Describe in detail Egyptian religion/afterlife, what was their belief and the processes used to help the deceased reach a happy afterlife?
Egyptians were polytheistic, some important gods include Re, Amun, Isis, and Osiris. They believed a happy afterlife was a continuation of a person’s life. They were embalmed (mummified) so their soul could recognize their body after their soul was judged.
