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What is a delta?
What is a cataract?
What is a famine?
A period of a serious shortage of food
Who was the pharaoh?
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What is a vizier?
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What is a shadoof?
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What is a mummy?
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What are pyramids?
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What is an obelisk?
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What is a scribe?
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What is a palette?
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What is papyrus?
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What is a scroll?
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What are hieroglyphics?
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Who was Menes?
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Who was Akehenaton?
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Who was Khufu?
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Who was Joseph?
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Who was Hatshepsut?
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Who was Tutankhamen?
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What peninsula has been a land bridge between Africa and Israel?
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What is the world's longest river?
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Because the Nile is so important, Egypt is often called 'the _____ of the Nile.'
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What did the ancient Egyptians call their land because the fertile land ends so abruptly?
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What is the largest of the pyramids standing today?
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What famous monument has the head of a man and the body of a lion?
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What do we call the area near Thebes that the pharaohs used as a cemetery?
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What was the key to understanding the meaning of hieroglyphics?
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What color did most ancient Egyptians wear and why?
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What is the largest desert in the world?
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Why is Egypt called the gift of the Nile?
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Upon what did Egypt base their season?
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What did most Egyptians do for work?
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What pet was considered sacred by the Egyptians?
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What is a plain?
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What is Africa?
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What is the highest mountain in Africa?
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What is a mountain?
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What is a plateau?
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What is a valley?
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What happened during the flooding season?
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What happened during the planting season?
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What happened during the harvest season?
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What two landforms gave special protection to Egypt? How did they provide protection?
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Study Notes
Key Geographical Terms
- Delta: Land formation at a river's mouth from deposits of sand and soil.
- Cataract: Rock formations in rivers that create waterfalls.
- Sahara: The largest desert in the world.
- Plain: A flat or level area of land.
- Plateau: A highland plain.
- Valley: Low land situated between hills or mountains.
Important Historical Figures
- Pharaoh: The title for the ruler of Egypt, also translated as "great house."
- Vizier: The second most powerful official next to the pharaoh.
- Menes: Recognized as the first king of Upper and Lower Egypt.
- Akehenaton: Noted as the first pharaoh in history.
- Khufu: The pharaoh known for constructing the Great Pyramid.
- Hatshepsut: The only female pharaoh of ancient Egypt.
- Tutankhamen: Known as the pharaoh whose tomb is renowned for its riches.
Cultural and Historical Concepts
- Mummy: A preserved body, significant in ancient Egyptian burial practices.
- Pyramids: Tomb structures specifically built for pharaohs.
- Obelisk: Tall, pointed pillars created to honor the sun god.
- Scribe: An individual who served as a secretary to rulers, crucial for record-keeping.
- Hieroglyphics: The Egyptian writing system utilizing picture symbols.
Egyptian Society Resources
- Papyrus: Early form of paper made from a plant, crucial for writing.
- Scroll: A long piece of papyrus or paper rolled up for writing or recording information.
- Shadoof: An ancient irrigation tool consisting of a long pole and bucket.
Ecological and Seasonal Aspects
- Nile River: Recognized as the world's longest river; essential for agriculture and civilization.
- Annual Flooding: The cyclical inundation that enriches soil, marking agricultural seasons in Egypt.
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Farming Seasons:
- Flooding Season: Time for construction while waiting for water to recede.
- Planting Season: When crops are planted in the nutrient-rich soil.
- Harvest Season: Period for gathering crops.
Significance of Egypt's Geography
- "Gift of the Nile": Descriptor highlighting the river's crucial role in sustaining life and agriculture.
- Protection from Invaders: Natural barriers include deserts that dissuade invasion due to harsh conditions and cataracts that hinder river access.
Important Sites and Monuments
- Valley of the Kings: Burial site for pharaohs located near Thebes, a critical archaeological area.
- Great Pyramid: The largest pyramid still standing today, representing ancient engineering prowess.
- Great Sphinx: Iconic monument featuring the body of a lion and a human head, symbolizing strength and wisdom.
- Rosetta Stone: Key artifact for deciphering hieroglyphics, instrumental in understanding ancient Egyptian language.
Lifestyle Aspects
- Egyptian Clothing: Most ancient Egyptians wore white garments, reflecting heat to stay cool.
- Sacred Animals: Cats were considered sacred within Egyptian culture, reflecting their reverence for animals.
Continental Context
- Africa: The second largest continent, housing a diverse range of cultures and geographies, including Egypt within its bounds.
- Kilimanjaro: The highest peak in Africa, representing the continent's geographical diversity.
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This quiz features flashcards covering key terms from Chapter 7 of Abeka's Old World History and Geography curriculum. Students will learn important concepts such as delta, cataract, famine, and pharaoh, enhancing their understanding of historical geography.