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Ancient Egypt
Vocab and Facts
Vocab & Facts | Definitions & Answers |
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Cataracts | Strong Rapids. |
Delta | A triangle-shaped area of land made of soil deposited by a river. |
Pharaoh | The title used by the rulers of Egypt. |
Dynasty | A series of rulers form the same family. |
Old Kingdom | A period of Egyptian history that lasted form about 2700 B.C. to 2200 B.C. |
Nobles | People from rich and powerful families. |
Mummies | Specially treated bodies wrapped in cloth. |
Pyramids | Huge stone tombs with four triangle-shaped walls that met in a point on top. |
Middle Kingdom | A period of order and stability that lasted until 1750 B.C. |
New Kingdom | The period during which Egypt reached the height of its power and glory. |
Hieroglyphics | Egyptian writing system. |
Papyrus | A long lasting, paper-like material made from reeds. |
Rosetta Stone | A stone stab inscribed with hieroglyphics. |
Sphinxes | Imaginary creatures with bodies of lions and heads of other animals. |
Obelisk | A tall, four-sided pillar that is pointed on top. |
Theocracy | A government that recognizes God or a god as the ultimate authority. Gods law is infused with civilian life. |