Ancient Egypt

What tools invented by the Sumerians did the Egyptians use for farming?

• The Egyptians used the genetically modified seeds and crop rotation techniques invented by the Sumerians for farming.
• The Egyptians used the combine harvester and tractor invented by the Sumerians for farming.
• The Egyptians used the pesticide and fertilizer invented by the Sumerians for farming.
• The Egyptians used the plow and irrigation tools invented by the Sumerians for farming.

What river did the Egyptians settle next to?

• The Egyptians settled next to the Nile River.
• The Egyptians settled next to the Ganges River.
• The Egyptians settled next to the Mississippi River.
• The Egyptians settled next to the Amazon River.

What did the Egyptians use the Nile for?

• The Egyptians used the Nile for irrigation, transportation, and as a source of food and water.
• The Egyptians used the Nile for generating electricity and powering their cities.
• The Egyptians used the Nile for mining precious stones and minerals.
• The Egyptians used the Nile for swimming and recreational activities.

How was life on the Nile similar to living between the Tigris and the Euphrates?

Give 3 ways life was similar.

Label the map.

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The Nile River

Red Sea

Lower Egypt

Upper Egypt

Mediterranean Sea

What is Pharaoh Khufu known for building?

• Great Pyramid of Giza
• Eiffel Tower
• Taj Mahal
• Statue of Liberty

What happened during Egypt's Old Kingdom?

• During Egypt's Old Kingdom, the pyramids were built and the pharaohs ruled with absolute power.
• During Egypt's Old Kingdom, the pharaohs were figureheads with no real power.
• During Egypt's Old Kingdom, the pyramids were destroyed and the land was left in ruins.
• During Egypt's Old Kingdom, the pharaohs were overthrown and a democracy was established.

What happened during Egypt's Middle Kingdom?

• War and invasion
• Political unrest and economic decline
• Famine and drought
• Stability and prosperity

What happened during Egypt's New Kingdom?

• Egypt experienced a period of decline and economic recession, with pharaohs struggling to maintain control over their territories.
• Egypt was invaded by foreign powers and lost much of its territory and cultural heritage.
• Egypt experienced a period of great prosperity and expansion, with powerful pharaohs building impressive monuments and temples, and the empire extending its influence through military conquests.
• Egypt remained stagnant and unchanged, with little progress or development during this time.

Pharaohs believed their power came from where?

• The pharaohs believed their power came from the gods.
• The pharaohs believed their power came from their intelligence.
• The pharaohs believed their power came from their military strength.
• The pharaohs believed their power came from their wealth.