Ancient Egypt G.R.A.P.E.S. – Flashcards
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Geography--Papyrus
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Reed plant used to make paper, grows along the Nile River.
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Geography--Delta
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Creates rich soil for farming, good area to grow crops, good source of water to animal and people.
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Geography--Cataracts
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Protected Egypt from invasions by other countries.
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Religion--Polytheistic
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Egyptians believed in many gods.
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Religion--Pharaohs
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Believed to be the link between people and gods.
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Religion--Temples
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A place where Egyptians worshiped to respect Pharaoh's.
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Achievements--Mathematics
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Egyptians created a mathematic system of 10.
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Achievements--Pyramids
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Structures used as tombs.
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Achievements--Embalming
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Preserving a body after death.
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Politics--Pharaoh
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King/person who held power.
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Politics--Dynasties
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Egypt had 4 major dynasties (family of rulers).
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Politics--Queens
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In charge of administration of property, distribution of goods to government, military command, etc.
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Economics--Farming
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Farmed to survive, farmed along the Nile River.
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Economics--Jobs
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Jobs included: Scribes, craftsman, soldiers, artists, etc.
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Economics--Trade
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Egyptians traded goods and things by ship b/c it was fast and efficient.
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Social Structure--Classes
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8 different social classes, all treated differently.
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Social Structure--High Priests
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People who make the laws in Ancient Egypt.
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Social Structure--Vizier
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Helped Pharaoh, did not have as much power.
