Because this physical feature was so important to people's lives, most ancient Egypt settlements were...
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How did the deserts help the people of Egypt?
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One of the ways settlers used the Mediterranean Sea was for...
Hint: a sea is salt water
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How did the yearly flooding of the Nile River affect the people of Egypt?
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Ancient Egyptian history is divided in to three time periods of stability and unity. Which of these time periods is NOT correct?
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Which of these is true about a pharoah? Choose THREE correct answers.
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Why is King Tut one of the most well-known pharaohs?
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Why did the ancient Egyptians make mummies?
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What was a major purpose for building the pyramids?
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It was built from more than 2 million stone blocks. It had tunnels inside. What was it?
The nile river greatly influenced Egyptian economy, culture, and life. Which of these do you think are the top THREE most important ways the Nile shaped Egypt?
Note: There is no wrong answer, as long as you take time to think and mark three answers. Be prepared to explain your reasoning.
water for people and domesticated anmials to drink
papyrus grew near the banks, which was made into paper
the water brought fertile soil for farming
fish and small birds lived near the river for food
legends were told about the river
copper could be mined nearby
people could bathe and wash things in the river, preventing disease
Study the map. What direction does the Nile River flow?
north
east
south
west
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What larger body of water does the Nile River flow into?
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Which most accurately describes where the Nile Delta is located?
It spread diseases that destroyed whole empires.
It attracted hunters and gatherers looking for wildlife.
pharaohs lived inside pyramids while they ruled the people
a pharaoh was voted into their position by the people
