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When did Egypt’s first dynasty begin and by whom?
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Egypt’s first dynasty began around 3100 BC., when Menes first united Upper and lower Egypt
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What prevented the Nubians from using the Nile River as a source of transportation among other civilizations?
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The cataracts in the river made river travel impossible for the Nubians to use the river as a source of transportation
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How does Egypt’s location farther north contribute to the richness of the land?
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As the Nile flows out into the Mediterranean Sea, it deposits sediment that makes the land fertile for farming. The Nile also floods the dry lands along the rivers edge and deposits silt in this region.
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How did the people of Egypt benefit from the geography of the region?
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The ancient Egyptians were surrounded by hot dry deserts that kept them isolated from invaders. However, they had the waterways, such as the Nile, to provide drinking water, and allowed them to trade with other peoples and irrigate for farming to feed people.
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Describe the course of the Nile from its source all the way to the delta?
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The White Nile in East Africa flows north to meet the Blue Nile then travels to the Mediterranean Sea. The Nile empties into the Mediterranean Sea at the mouth or delta of the river.
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What are the three major time periods in Ancient Egypt?
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What are the three major time periods in Ancient Egypt?
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What are some (2) causes of the gaps between
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Causes for the gaps between time periods were the result of weak pharaohs, invasions, or civil wars.
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Describe the accomplishments of the three kingdoms?
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Old: Time of peace, establishment of trade with Nubia; well run governments, beginning of pyramids and other structures.
Middle: Money spent on public works; irrigation systems, buildings, roads New: Establishment of a great powerful army of foot soldiers, mounted warriors, and charioteers. |
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Why did the ancient Egyptians call their lands “Kemet” or black lands?
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The Egyptians called their land black lands because of the dark soil left by the Nile’s floods.
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10. How did the Egyptian look upon their pharaohs?
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The Egyptians looked upon their pharaohs as god-kings that took the earthly form of Horus, the falcon god and the sun god, Re.
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