Nubia Flashcards
1
Q
Nubia roughly occupies both sides of the Nile River Valley between ______ and ______?
A
between Khartown and Aswan Egypt.
2
Q
In due time, the Nubians revolted against Egypt and became independent in which century?
A
8th Century
3
Q
They built a powerful state called what?
A
Kush
4
Q
The first capital of Kush was?
A
Napata
5
Q
After 666 B.C, the Kushites expanded their territories and moved their capital where?
A
Meroe
6
Q
The Kushites’ civilization developed from ___ B.C - ___ A.D
A
1000 B.C - 350 A.D
7
Q
What was Meroe known for?
A
Iron Technology
8
Q
What was the most important economic activity of Nubia?
A
Trade
9
Q
What was the main reason for the decline of Meroe?
A
The rise of a rival empire called Aksum
10
Q
What are the export items of Meroe?
A
Gold, slaves, ivory, and rhinoceros horns.
