Ancient Egypt Mid-Point Review

Which time period of Ancient Egypt was known as "The Age of the Pyramids" due to the construction of the Pyramids of Giza?

• The Old Kingdom

• The Middle Kingdom

• The New Kingdom

Which time period of Ancient Egypt included a reuniting after the fall of the Old Kingdom, standing armies established by the pharaohs, and a flourish of art and literature?

• The Old Kingdom

• The Middle Kingdom

• The New Kingdom

Which time period of Ancient Egypt was considered to be Egypt's "peak", where some of the most powerful and influential pharaohs in Egyptian history ruled?

• The Old Kingdom

• The New Kingdom

• The Middle Kingdom

Who was considered to be the first pharaoh of Egypt and united upper and lower Egypt?

• King Tut

• Hatshepsut

• King Menes

• Ramses II

What is the name of the river that flows throughout Egypt?

In your own words, explain the different steps of the mummification process! (You may use your slides to help you with this one).

How did the Sahara desert provide protection for the Ancient Egyptians?

The Nile delta empties into which body of water?

• Indian Ocean

• Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

What did ancient Egyptians use the Red Sea for? (Give at least 2 examples)

Why was "Upper Egypt" located in the south and "Lower Egypt" located in the north? How does it relate to the flow of the Nile river?