Egypt and the Pharaohs

Ancient Egypt Geography

• The Mediterranean Sea is the body of water located to the east of Egypt.

Agriculture in Ancient Egypt

• The surrounding lands were made fertile due to the annual flooding of the River Nile.

Ancient Egyptian Rulers

• The rulers of the Ancient Egyptian kingdom were called pharaohs.

Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt

• There were over 300 pharaohs who ruled Egypt throughout its history.
• Some pharaohs are remembered today due to their significant achievements, constructions, or discoveries of their tombs.

Land Ownership in Ancient Egypt

• All the land in Ancient Egypt was owned by the pharaoh.

Use of Taxes in Ancient Egypt

• The pharaohs used the taxes they received to build temples, tombs, and other public projects.

Tutankhamun

• Tutankhamun is famous for being the pharaoh whose tomb was found nearly intact by archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922.

Recording Deeds of Pharaohs

• The Ancient Egyptians used papyri, stones, and walls to record the deeds of the pharaohs.

Importance of the River Nile

• The River Nile was crucial for ancient Egypt as it provided water, fertile soil, and a means of transportation.