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Ancient Egypt

This chapter explores the geographical location of Egypt on the northeastern coast of Africa, highlighting key features such as the 1st cataract of the Nile River and the Nile Delta, essential for agriculture due to its fertile soil and water supply. It introduces notable rulers like King Menes, who unified Egypt, and King Zoser, who commissioned the first step pyramid. The chapter also discusses Hatshepsut’s peace-oriented reign, Thutmose III’s military conquests, Ramses II's monumental temple building, and the social hierarchy in ancient Egyptian society.

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Ancient Egypt

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  1. Ancient Egypt Chapter 7 Grade 6

  2. Where is Egypt located? • Egypt is located on the northeastern coast of Africa

  3. What marked the southern boundary of Egypt? • The 1st cataract of the Nile River

  4. What is the delta of the Nile River? • A marshy area near the Mediterranean Sea

  5. What does the flooding of the Nile provide, which is important to Egypt’s agriculture? • soil & • water

  6. Legend tells us that this king united upper and lower Egypt and designed a new crown to celebrate his victory. • King Menes

  7. King Zoser • King Zoser’s chief adviser, Imhotep designed the first step pyramid

  8. Hatshepsut: Egyptian Ruler • Became queen after death of Thutmose I • Supposed to be a temporary ruler • Believed in peace & prosperity

  9. Thutmose III: Egyptian Ruler • Ruled after death of Hatshepsut • Believed in military conquest and expansion • Sought gold & copper from Kush

  10. Ramses II: Egyptian Ruler • Built a temple with four huge statues of himself • Enlarged the empire

  11. Kashta • Led Kush in breaking away from Egypt’s control • Extended his own empire

  12. Shabaka • Ruled Egypt as 1st Kushite pharaoh • Kush located to south of Nubia

  13. Kings Highest level, fewest people, some thought they were gods Officials & scribes Few more in #, helped kings Artisans & farmers Largest group in #, lowest class Triangle diagram Social Class System

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