Egypt Vocab Review

What is a cataract in geographical terms?

• A type of waterfall

• Groups of rocky rapids

• A large desert

• A mountain range

What is the term for the mouth of a river where soil and minerals have been deposited?

• Basin

• Delta

• Estuary

• Lagoon

Who are artisans?

• People who study the stars

• Skill workers who practice a handcraft

• Officials in a government

• Farmers who grow crops

What does the term 'bureaucracy' refer to?

• A type of government

• A system of offices and officials that handle the business of government

• A group of military leaders

• A collection of laws

What is a mummy?

• A type of ancient book

• A body preserved by a special process

• A large stone monument

• A type of ancient weapon

What is papyrus similar to?

• Metal

• Cloth

• Paper

• Wood

What is a pyramid?

• A structure with triangular sides

• A type of ancient ship

• A large open field

• A type of ancient tool

What does 'construct' mean?

• To destroy

• To build or put together

• To paint

• To write