Why did the pharaohs of the First Dynasty wear a double crown?

It symbolized a unification of Lower and Upper Egypt.

Which is NOT true about the first pharaoh of ancient Egypt?

His pyramid was called the Great Pyramid of Giza.

Besides a stable food supply, what other advantage did Egypt's location give early Egyptians?

It had deserts that were a natural barrier for protection.

Which is NOT true about the Old Kingdom?

It's most famous ruler was Ramses the Great.

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Ancient Egypt Review Sections 1 &2

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1
The Nile River flows through two important regions in Egypt called
Eastern and Western
Nubia and Cairo
Upper and Lower
Northern and Southern
2
Why did the pharaohs of the First Dynasty wear a double crown?
Because they wanted to honor the gods.
Because it symbolized their belief in the afterlife.
It symbolized a unification of Lower and Upper Egypt.
Because they thought it looked better.
3
Which of the following did NOT cause social classes to appear during the Old Kingdom?
increase in farming
need for government officials
increase in population
Sumerian influences
4
A tomb, a coffin and a spirit...in that order
mummy, pyramid, Isis
ka, re, canopic jar
pyramid, sarcophagus, Re
pyramid, sarcophagus, ka
5
During the Old Kingdom Egypt traded with Nubia in the south for
citrus fruit, silver, gold and honey
incense and myrrh
gold, ivory, slaves and stone
wood
6
Which is NOT true about the first pharaoh of ancient Egypt?
His pyramid was called the Great Pyramid of Giza.
He was also known as Narmer.
He built a new capital city of Memphis.
He united Lower and Upper Egypt.
7
Who had the second most powerful position in the government during the Old Kingdom?
vizier
Anubis
priest
artisans
8
Which is NOT a reason why the Nile River valley was well suited for settlement?
It had fertile land.
It had cataracts in the river.
It had abundant wildlife.
It was near the sea.
9
Besides a stable food supply, what other advantage did Egypt's location give early Egyptians?
It had two dynasties to celebrate religious traditions.
It had deserts that were a natural barrier for protection.
It had high mountains that shielded it from invaders.
It had temples in which to worship.
10
Which is NOT true about the Old Kingdom?
It lasted for about 500 years.
It's most famous ruler was Ramses the Great.
It was the during the Third Dynasty's reign.
Religion shaped every aspect of life.

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