Ancient Egypt Vocabulary

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The first female ruler that had the same authority as a male

An ongoing reign or the influence of a powerful family is called what?

He was the 2nd Pharaoh of the 4th Dynasty and he had the Great Pyramids of Giza built

These are goods that are shipped into the country

The stone slab with hieroglyphics and Greek text that helped them figure out what symbols meant

A system of people in different lands who trade goods

Who did Mrs. Sawyer sub for before being Mrs. Banks?

This was the period of Egyptian history that lasted from 2700-2200BC

Members of royal or important families

These are regular paths of travel for them to buy and sell goods

She was the first woman to rule Kush

Embalmed human bodies that are wrapped for burial

This is the period that lasted until about 1750BC and brought stability and order in Egypt

Strong rapids, these made it difficult for the sailors to see when sailing

An application of science and math for practical use, also a subject at the high school

This is the paper that was made from reeds from the Nile

What time do we get out for early dismissal next Friday?

Ramses II had the second longest reign, was also known as

What grade will you make on the Vocab Game Day Assessment tomorrow?

These are the people that buy and sell goods, like a shopkeeper

The first Pharaoh to unite Upper and Lower Egypt, he also wore a double crown

This means privileged or high ranking

This the writing that uses symbols in Ancient Egypt

What does Ms. Sawyer have with her every day on her desk?

The king who converted to Christianity and established this faith as the state's religion

These are goods that are shipped out of the country

Period Ancient Egypt that brought a wealth and power to the Pharaohs

Structures with sloping sides and a pointed top are called what?

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He was the king that reigned only 10 years and died a mysterious death, also known as King Tut

He was the successful military leader of Kush who thought he had the support of the Gods

An existence after one has died

Tall stone pillar with pyramid shaped top

This was what they called their ruler or king in Ancient Egypt

The flat plain where the river deposits soil