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What were the five reasons that Sadie gave to show how she was devastated?
What were the five reasons that Sadie gave to show how she was devastated?
She lost her father, her loving grandparents kicked her out, she has the blood of the pharaohs, Amos's mansion set on fire, and her cat turned into a scorpion-battling human.
Describe the Temple of Dendur. What were they going to use it for?
Describe the Temple of Dendur. What were they going to use it for?
Built by Romans when they occupied Egypt, it was dedicated to Isis and they were going to use it to open a gateway.
Why didn't Zia kill Carter and Sadie at the British Museum?
Why didn't Zia kill Carter and Sadie at the British Museum?
They might be innocent.
What did Zia tell Carter and Sadie to do as the scorpions approached?
What did Zia tell Carter and Sadie to do as the scorpions approached?
What did Zia say as Serqet approached?
What did Zia say as Serqet approached?
What was in Zia's fist?
What was in Zia's fist?
What happened when Zia released the ribbons at Serqet?
What happened when Zia released the ribbons at Serqet?
After going through the sand tunnel, Carter and Sadie ended up in a two-level airport _____________________ in Cairo, Egypt.
After going through the sand tunnel, Carter and Sadie ended up in a two-level airport _____________________ in Cairo, Egypt.
The _____________________ of Heliopolis were located under the airport.
The _____________________ of Heliopolis were located under the airport.
Zia's job was to bring them to the entrance of the first Nome. She couldn't cross because each ________________ had to do it on its own.
Zia's job was to bring them to the entrance of the first Nome. She couldn't cross because each ________________ had to do it on its own.
Zia's job was to bring them to the first _______________________ of the 1st Nome. She couldn't cross because each magician must do it on its own.
Zia's job was to bring them to the first _______________________ of the 1st Nome. She couldn't cross because each magician must do it on its own.
The _______________ were children ages six to ten and were the only ones left in the whole world.
The _______________ were children ages six to ten and were the only ones left in the whole world.
Carter was named after Howard Carter, the man who discovered the _______________ of King Tut.
Carter was named after Howard Carter, the man who discovered the _______________ of King Tut.
Describe the Ptolemaic times.
Describe the Ptolemaic times.
What rule had their father broken twice?
What rule had their father broken twice?
What would begin in the morning for Sadie and Carter? Why?
What would begin in the morning for Sadie and Carter? Why?
What did Sadie think of the dormitory that she would be spending the night in?
What did Sadie think of the dormitory that she would be spending the night in?
Describe what the gods were discussing in Sadie's vision and what happened to Osiris.
Describe what the gods were discussing in Sadie's vision and what happened to Osiris.
Who is the only one in the story that can master a god's power? Is there anyone in the story that has this quality?
Who is the only one in the story that can master a god's power? Is there anyone in the story that has this quality?
What weapon was in the leather satchel for Carter?
What weapon was in the leather satchel for Carter?
What was in their dad's satchel?
What was in their dad's satchel?
What are Divine Words?
What are Divine Words?
Where were they going to practice? Why?
Where were they going to practice? Why?
What tips did Zia give Sadie as Sadie tried to do magic?
What tips did Zia give Sadie as Sadie tried to do magic?
What did Carter and Sadie learn about their family's past?
What did Carter and Sadie learn about their family's past?
Who took over Chief Lector? What did this mean for Carter and Sadie?
Who took over Chief Lector? What did this mean for Carter and Sadie?
Where did Carter's ba take a trip? Who did he see?
Where did Carter's ba take a trip? Who did he see?
How did Zia come to work for Iskandar?
How did Zia come to work for Iskandar?
Who saved Sadie and Carter as they traveled through the obelisk with the two sphinxes in their trail?
Who saved Sadie and Carter as they traveled through the obelisk with the two sphinxes in their trail?
The 14th Nome is _____________, France. It was Desjardin's headquarters.
The 14th Nome is _____________, France. It was Desjardin's headquarters.
The knot of Isis was the symbol on Sadie's _______
The knot of Isis was the symbol on Sadie's _______
According to _______, one way to help Carter and Sadie defeat Set is to use Thoth's ___________.
According to _______, one way to help Carter and Sadie defeat Set is to use Thoth's ___________.
The color ____________ means 'good soil' to Egyptians.
The color ____________ means 'good soil' to Egyptians.
The color __________ means 'chaos and destruction' to Egyptians.
The color __________ means 'chaos and destruction' to Egyptians.
Describe the process of the transformation of Carter and Sadie to animal form.
Describe the process of the transformation of Carter and Sadie to animal form.
Who was Jean-Francois Champollion? Who is related to him?
Who was Jean-Francois Champollion? Who is related to him?
What chased Carter and Sadie out of the mansion? Where were they headed? Why?
What chased Carter and Sadie out of the mansion? Where were they headed? Why?
As Carter and Sadie climbed up the pyramid to the portal, what does one magician say?
As Carter and Sadie climbed up the pyramid to the portal, what does one magician say?
Where did the vortex take them and why was it the largest source of Egyptian power in North America?
Where did the vortex take them and why was it the largest source of Egyptian power in North America?
Why did Carter want to go to Arizona?
Why did Carter want to go to Arizona?
Why was Sadie frustrated?
Why was Sadie frustrated?
Why can't the obelisk be used for opening gates to the Duat?
Why can't the obelisk be used for opening gates to the Duat?
The House of Life could never catch Nut because she was a _______________ goddess and hard to track down.
The House of Life could never catch Nut because she was a _______________ goddess and hard to track down.
Nut was separated from her _________ for 5,000 years because of punishment for bearing her children. She disobeyed Ra's wishes. She was exiled to the sky.
Nut was separated from her _________ for 5,000 years because of punishment for bearing her children. She disobeyed Ra's wishes. She was exiled to the sky.
Nut's five children were Osiris, Isis, Set, _______, and Nephthys.
Nut's five children were Osiris, Isis, Set, _______, and Nephthys.
What is a queue?
What is a queue?
What does it mean to avert?
What does it mean to avert?
What does it mean to descend?
What does it mean to descend?
What does apathetic mean?
What does apathetic mean?
What is a dormitory?
What is a dormitory?
What is a faux pas?
What is a faux pas?
What does preposterous mean?
What does preposterous mean?
What is escargot?
What is escargot?
What does immortal mean?
What does immortal mean?
What does vertigo mean?
What does vertigo mean?
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Study Notes
Sadie's Devastation
- Lost her father and grandparents who expelled her, leading to emotional turmoil.
- Possesses the bloodline of the pharaohs, creating a sense of destiny.
- Witnessed Amos's mansion set ablaze, indicating danger.
- Her cat transformed into a scorpion-fighting human, adding to the chaos.
Temple of Dendur
- Constructed by Romans during their occupation of Egypt.
- Dedicated to the goddess Isis, intended to open a magical gateway.
Zia's Decision
- Showed restraint by not killing Carter and Sadie in the British Museum, suggesting innocence or misunderstanding.
Defensive Measures
- Zia instructed to create a protective circle using chalk to fend off approaching scorpions.
Zia's Command
- As Serqet approached, Zia declared her dominance over elemental powers, warning adversaries.
Zia's Ribbons
- Carried mysterious ribbons, pivotal in her magical abilities.
Ribbons' Consequence
- Released ribbons burned Zia and caused chaos as she returned to her host body, leading to Serqet's revival.
Concourse Arrival
- After exiting the sand tunnel, Carter and Sadie entered a two-level airport concourse in Cairo.
Heliopolis Ruins
- The historic ruins of Heliopolis lay beneath the airport, linking them to ancient Egyptian civilization.
Magician's Duty
- Zia was responsible for guiding them to the first Nome's entrance, emphasizing individual magician responsibility.
Initiate Demographics
- The initiates, young children aged six to ten, were the last of their kind.
Legacy of Carter
- Named after Howard Carter, the discoverer of King Tut's tomb, reinforcing his connection to history.
Ptolemaic Times Overview
- Marked the decline of Egypt before Cleopatra VII's defeat by the Romans, with many powerful secrets lost.
Father's Rule Violations
- Their father broke summoning rules twice, with attempts at Cleopatra's Needle and the Rosetta Stone.
Training Commencement
- Carter and Sadie were set to begin training in elemental magic the following morning.
Dormitory Impressions
- Sadie found the dormitory eerie, with unsettling wall pictures and an old, dusty atmosphere.
Sadie's Vision
- Vision revealed a discussion among gods regarding a plot against Osiris, who became trapped in a box, provoking Isis's fury.
Mastering Divine Power
- Only Sadie and Carter can harness a god's power due to their pharaoh lineage.
Weaponry
- A kopesh, the favored curved sword of pharaohs, was found in Carter's leather satchel.
Father's Satchel Contents
- Included a wand, paper, ink, Doughboy, and wax, essential for magic work.
Divine Words Explained
- Magical phrases utilized by magicians that do not require wands for invocation.
Practice Location
- Planned to practice at the Temple of Lexor to prepare for battle against Set.
Magic Summoning Tips
- Zia advised Sadie to summon magic from Ma’at, as personal exertion would lead to rapid fatigue.
Family Heritage
- Carter and Sadie learned their lineage connections to Ramses and Narmer, deepening their historical identity.
Chief Lector Change
- Desjardins assumed the Chief Lector role, resulting in potential threats to Carter and Sadie's safety.
Carter's Ba Experience
- Carter's spirit visited Paris, encountering Amos, while Set had him trapped.
Zia's Backstory
- Orphaned after her village was destroyed by a monster, she became Iskandar's apprentice.
Bast's Intervention
- Goddess Bast saved Sadie and Carter during their perilous journey through the obelisk.
14th Nome Context
- Located in Paris, France, serving as headquarters for Desjardins and a strategic magic site.
Amulet Description
- Sadie wore an amulet featuring the knot of Isis, symbolizing protection and magic.
Thoth's Book Reference
- The Book of Thoth suggested using Thoth's knowledge to counter Set, emphasizing magical resources.
Egyptian Color Symbolism
- Black symbolizes "good soil," representing fertility and growth.
- Red symbolizes "chaos and destruction," reflecting negativity.
Transformation Struggles
- The process of transforming into animals caused discomfort, with sensations of burning skin and labored breathing.
Champollion's Contribution
- Recognized for deciphering hieroglyphics from the Rosetta Stone and related to Desjardins.
Encounter with Pursuers
- Fruit bats chased Carter and Sadie out of Amos's mansion, prompting them to flee toward the Louvre.
Magician's Warning
- As they ascended a pyramid, a magician warned about Bast's potential treachery.
Vortex Destination
- Transported to Washington, D.C., home to the monumental Washington Obelisk, a major source of Egyptian power.
Urgency for Action
- Carter felt compelled to pursue Set, showing determination to confront adversity.
Sadie's Frustration
- Expressed discontent over being trapped with a looming deadline to stop a god while rescuing loved ones.
Obelisk Limitations
- The obelisk, symbolic of Ra's power, could not be used for opening gates due to its fixed charged nature.
Nut's Elusiveness
- The House of Life could never capture Nut, the sky goddess, due to her inherent nature of freedom.
Nut's Separation
- Nut faced a 5,000-year separation from her husband as punishment for disobeying Ra, highlighting themes of love and sacrifice.
Nut's Children
- Among Nut’s offspring were Osiris, Isis, Set, Horus, and Nephthys, forming a key Pantheon in Egyptian mythology.
Definition of a Queue
- Describes the arrangement of individuals in a sequential line awaiting service or action.
Averted Action
- Refers to the act of diverting attention or focus away from something unwanted.
Descended Meaning
- Indicates movement or a downward trend, often referring to physical or metaphorical descent.
Apathetic Emotion
- Signifies a lack of interest, concern, or enthusiasm, highlighting emotional detachment.
Dormitory Explanation
- Defines a communal living space for multiple individuals, typically found in educational institutions.
Faux Pas Meaning
- Identifies a socially awkward or inappropriate act that causes embarrassment.
Preposterous Definition
- Describes actions or ideas that contradict common sense, labeled as absurd or illogical.
Escargot Identification
- Refers to small edible snails, often considered a delicacy in culinary contexts.
Immortal Concept
- Relates to beings or entities that exist indefinitely, free from death or decay.
Vertigo Experience
- Characterizes an intense sensation of dizziness, often linked to imbalance or disorientation.
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