Ancient Egypt Vocabulary

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A decorative coffin used for the Pharaohs and the wealthy in Egypt was called a

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sarcophagus

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A reed plant that grows long the Nile River. Ancient Egyptians made baskets, sandals, river rafts, and PAPER from it.

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papyrus

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A line of rulers from one family

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dynasty

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A great stone tomb built for an Egyptian pharaoh

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pyramid

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Ruler of ancient Egypt

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pharaoh

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What continent is Egypt on? Options: South America, Asia, North America, Africa

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Africa

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What is a cataract?

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strong rapids

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What is a Delta?

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A triangle shaped area of land

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What was the Rosetta Stone used for?

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Translating Languages

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What system of writing did the Ancient Egyptians use? Options: Hieroglyphics, Greek, English, Cueniform

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Hieroglyphics