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14 Cards in this Set
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Archer
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A person who shoots with a bow and arrow
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Dynasty
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A family or group that rules for several generations
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Kandake
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A powerful female leader who co-ruled Kush with her husband and sons
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Treaty
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A written agreement by which two or more states agree to be peaceful
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Why was Kush called Nubia?
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Because of its rich gold mines
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What is King Piye best known for?
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conquering Egypt and declaring himself as the "Uniter of Two Lands"
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What trade routes did traders use in Kush?
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The Nile River, The Read Sea, and Overland Routes
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"Uniter of Two Lands" was used to describe...?
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Piye, because he conquered Egypt.
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How did Kush pay tribute to Egypt?
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Ivory, Gold, Feathers
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Why was Kush a good location to settle in?
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They were close to the Nile River, Red Sea, and major overland routes to transport goods
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Who was Queen Amanirenas?
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One of the greatest Kandakes, who lead the defeat of one of the greatest empires, Rome.
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What technology enabled the Assyrians to conquer Kush?
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Iron weapons
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How did Kush return to their African roots?
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Their artwork, clothing, and buldings no longer imitated Egyptian styles. Kushites worshiped an African Lion-god and wrote and spoke their own native language. They even revived the African practice of female leadership. (kandakes)
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What was the result of Eqypt conquering Kush during the New Kingdom?
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Kushites adopted the Egyptian way of life. Kushites wrote and spoke in Egyptian, wore Egyptian clothing and even Kush's famed archers were hired to fight in Egypt's army
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