The Nile Valley And Egyptian Civilisation Flashcards
1
Q
Explain how the Egyptian calendar worked
A
360 days, 3 seasons x 4 months (30 days each); there are 5 additional feast days, and they were aware that there was a quarter of a day remaining.
2
Q
What are the three Egyptian seasons?
A
Inundation, summer and winter
3
Q
What are the natural resources of Egypt and how much of it could be used
A
Copper, gold, metals, stone - these were only available to the rich.
Only 1% could be used
4
Q
When was the state formed?
A
3500 BC
5
Q
What is the ancient Egyptian word for Egypt?
A
KMT/Kemet - black land
6
Q
What is the Egyptian term for the beloved land?
A
Ta Meni
7
Q
What are the Egyptian terms for the north and south?
A
Mh- North
Sm- south
