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Egypt dates back to_______
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3100 BCE (over 5000 years ago)
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Upper and Lower Egypt were united by a _______
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Central government
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What were the 3 major kingdoms?
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Old Kingdom(2686-2181 BCE)
Middle Kingdom(1991-1786 BCE) New Kingdom(1570-1070 BCE) |
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What notable accomplishments were made during the Old Kingdom?
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Unification of Upper and Lower Egypt.
Most of the pyramids were built during this period. |
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What notable accomplishments were made during the Middle Kingdom?
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Arts and trade flourished.
Hyksos took control for 100 years. |
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What notable accomplishments were made during the New Kingdom?
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Egypt became the strongest power in the world during this period.
Expanded their territory far into southwestern Asia. |
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How are Pyramids recognized?
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They are the best known in all Egyptian Architecture.
They changed in style from step pyramids to smooth-sided pyramids. |
