Unit 4: Ancient Egypt

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

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

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

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

The Nile River runs NORTH to SOUTH.

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

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

What event occurred during the SECOND Intermediate Period?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What event occurred during the FIRST Intermediate Period?

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.

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

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

This means the Egyptians believed in many gods/dieties.

Which of the following about the Hyksos is TRUE?

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

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

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

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

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

This machine helped Egyptians irrigate water from the Nile River.

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

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

These were "unskilled" workers in ancient Egypt

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In Ancient Egypt, pyramids were:

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

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

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

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

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

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

The capital city of the Middle and New Kingdoms was:

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

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

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

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

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

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

During the "Golden Age" of Egypt...

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

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

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?

The capital city of the OLD Kingdom was:

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

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

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