Unit 4: Ancient Egypt

The MIDDLE Kingdom is known as the "__________ Age".

What city is the arrow pointing to on a map of ancient Egypt? (hint: think Pyramids!)

It is believed that the Hyksos are from what region of the world?

I am the Egyptian god of truth and justice. My feather is used to weigh the hearts of souls in the Underworld.

This is the god that was created by priests who wanted to acquire more power in Egyptian society during the New Kingdom.

Whose responsibility was it to assist pharaoh in making political, financial, and military decisions?

What was the other name given to Pharaoh Menes in the Old Kingdom?

This means "black land" and was usually referred to as the "gift of the Nile".

I am the pharaoh that focused more on temple building and trade rather than war during the NK. I love my obelisks!

This social class was responsible for the mummification process and led all religious activities.

These were "unskilled" workers in ancient Egypt

T or F? Women in ancient Egypt were treated equally to men in most cases.

The capital city of the OLD Kingdom was:

I am the FIRST pharaoh of Ancient Egypt and also known as the "Wearer of Two Crowns".

I am the Egyptian god of mummification. Priests often wore a mask of my jackal head during mummification.

T or F? It was difficult to move up or down in the social hierarchy within Egypt.

Which of the following were NOT considered a government official in Egypt?

Anaksunamun is an artisan skilled at making clothing and wigs, she belongs with which social class?

The NEW Kingdom is known as the "_______ Age".

In Ancient Egypt, pyramids were:

This machine helped Egyptians irrigate water from the Nile River.

This term refers to pharaohs in Egypt from the same family line.

I am the NK pharaoh who is famous for my intact tomb in the Valley of the Kings.

He was considered the "Father of Medicine" in ancient Egypt.

Typically, a "2nd son" would join which social class to acquire fame and fortune since his older brother inherits land:

During the "Golden Age" of Egypt...

I am considered the BEST pharaoh of the New Kingdom. I ruled for 66 years!

Which of the following about the Hyksos is TRUE?

The Nile River runs NORTH to SOUTH.

I am the New Kingdom pharaoh who famously made Egypt monotheistic during my reign.

At the conclusion of the 1st Intermediate Period, who reunified Upper & Lower Egypt and began the Middle Kingdom?

WHO was the center of Egyptian life and at the top of the Social Structure?

T or F? Slaves were usually Egyptian citizens born into the slave class.

This means the Egyptians believed in many gods/dieties.

I am the pharaoh who commissioned the largest pyramid ever built known as the Great Pyramid at Giza.

I am the pharaoh who commissioned the first pyramid ever built! The Step-Pyramid at Saqqara. My vizier was Imhotep.

What event occurred during the SECOND Intermediate Period?

T or F? Temples were also used as schools for children as well as houses of worship.

I am the NK "warrior" pharaoh that advanced the Egyptian military by creating 3 branches: Chariots, Infantry, and Navy.

I am the NK pharaoh who tried to remove the monotheism of my father to make Egypt polytheistic again.

Who is considered the "Second Menes" of the Middle Kingdom because he unified U & L Egypt?

Which of the following is NOT a reason we discussed that led to the decline of ancient Egypt?

I am the Middle Kingdom pharaoh who built the Temple at Karnak, White Chapel, and Canal at Fayoum for my people.

I am the NK pharaoh that defeated the Hyksos during the 2nd Intermediate Period.

What region is highlighted yellow on this map of ancient Egypt?

He was the MOST important government official in Egypt because he was the pharaoh's "right hand man"?

T or F? Egyptians believed regular bathing was unnecessary and that a magic spell could protect you from disease.

The capital city of the Middle and New Kingdoms was:

I am the pharaoh who commissioned 3 pyramids for myself: Step Pyramid at Medium, Bent Pyramid, and Red Pyramid.

This crop was used to make paper, baskets, rope, and even sandals!

Which animal in ancient Egypt was considered sacred and acted as a magical guardian of the home?

The OLD Kingdom is known as the "Age of ________."

This object was held by a pharaoh to represent their control over all the LAND in Egypt.

What event occurred during the FIRST Intermediate Period?

T or F? Egyptian couples were usually polygamous (had many wives).

This Egyptian symbol represented the human soul and was shaped like a cross with a loop at the top.

What body of water is the arrow pointing to on this map of ancient Egypt?

I am the Egyptian god of the Underworld. I am usually portrayed with GREEN skin!

This accessory was worn by both men and women in Egypt because they often shaved their heads.

Nefertila is a scribe in ancient Egypt, which social class does she belong to in ancient Egypt?

T or F? Clothing was used as a status symbol in ancient Egypt.