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Lesson 1 The Rise of Egypt
Review Questions
Directions: Read each main idea and answer the questions below. Refer to your textbook
to write the answers.
A.
Main Idea: Geography played a very important role in the development of Egyptian
civilization.
1. Why was soil in the Nile River valley so rich?
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2. What natural barriers protected Egypt?
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3. How did Egyptians face life? Why?
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B.
Main Idea: Egypt’s long-term stability was marked by strong leadership, freedom
from invasion, great building projects, and rich cultural activity.
1. Who was King Menes?
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2. How long did the Old Kingdom period of Egyptian civilization last?
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3. What did rulers of Egypt accomplish during the Middle Kingdom?
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C.
Main Idea: Egyptian society was organized like a pyramid.
1. Who was at the top of Egyptian society?
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2. What groups were below the upper class in Egyptian society?
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3. How did the largest group in Egyptian society live?
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D.
Main Idea: Ancient Egyptians had a rich cultural history.
1. What is hieratic script?
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2. What advancements did ancient Egyptians make in math and science?
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Directions: Summarize the history of ancient Egypt.
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Summary and Reflection