Chapter 2, Section 1 The Nile Valley
Transcript of Chapter 2, Section 1 The Nile Valley
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Chapter 2, Section 1
The Nile Valley(Pages 38-46)
Setting a Purpose for Reading Think about these questions as you read:• Why did the early Egyptians settle in the Nile River valley?• What role did the Nile River valley play in the development of the
Egyptian civilization?• How was early Egyptian society divided?
As you read pages 39–42 in your textbook, complete this diagram to describe
Egyptian irrigation systems.
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Irrigation
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As you read, take notes describing the Nile and the areasurrounding this great river. Use your notes to answer thisquestion: How did the Nile and the surrounding area helpprotect Egypt?
Define or describe the following terms from this lesson.
Briefly describe the following places.
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Egypt
Nile River
Sahara
cataract
delta
Settling the Nile (pages 39–40)
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Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
Use each of these terms that you studied earlier in a sen-tence that reflects the term’s meaning.
What was Egypt’s physical setting like?
As you read, write three questions about the main ideaspresented in the passage. After you have finished reading,write the answers to these questions.
1.
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rely
feature
civilization(Chapter 1, Section 2)
city-state (Chapter 1, Section 2)
The River People (pages 41–42)
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3.
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Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
Use each of these terms, that you studied earlier, in a sentence that reflects the term’s meaning.
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papyrus
hieroglyphics
secure
technology
irrigation(Chapter 1, Section 2)
technology(Chapter 1, Section 1)
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What crops did ancient Egyptians grow?
As you read, write three details about Narmer. Then writea general statement about Narmer’s leadership on thebasis of these details.
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2.
3.
Define or describe the following term from this lesson.
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dynasty
A United Egypt (pages 43–44)
General Statement
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Explain why this person is important.
Define this academic vocabulary word from this lesson.
What is a dynasty?
As you read, complete the following sentences. Doing sowill help you summarize the section.
1. The ______________ was at the top of the early Egyptian social structure.
2. Egypt’s upper class was made up of ______________.
3. Egypt’s middle class included people who ______________.
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emerge
Narmer
Early Egyptian Life (pages 45–46)
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4. ______________ made up the largest group of early Egyptians.
5. ______________ were at the bottom of the social structure in Egypt.
6. ______________ had more rights in Egypt than in most other early civilizations.
Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
Who made up the largest group in Egyptian society?
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portion
obtain
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Now that you have read the section, write the answers tothe questions that were included in Setting a Purpose forReading at the beginning of the lesson.
Why did the early Egyptians settle in the Nile River valley?
What role did the Nile River valley play in the development of theEgyptian civilization?
How was early Egyptian society divided?
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Chapter 2, Section 2
Egypt’s Old Kingdom(Pages 47–52)
Setting a Purpose for Reading Think about these questions as you read:• What were the main Egyptian beliefs about deities and the afterlife?• Why did Egyptians build pyramids?
As you read pages 49–50 in your textbook, complete this graphic organizer to
show the different religious beliefs in Egypt.
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Egyptian Beliefs
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As you read, write the main idea of the passage. Reviewyour statement when you have finished reading and reviseas needed.
Define or describe the following term from this lesson.
Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
Why did the pharaohs hold so much power?
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period
welfare
pharaoh
Old Kingdom Rulers (page 48)
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To preview this section, first skim the section. Then write a sentence or two explaining what you think you will belearning. After you have finished reading, revise yourstatements as necessary.
Define or describe the following terms from this lesson.
Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
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grant
medical
deity
embalming
mummy
Egypt’s Religion (pages 49–50)
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Who were some of the main gods and goddesses of ancientEgypt?
Imagine standing at the foot of an ancient pyramid. Whatdo these giant structures tell you about the Egyptian cul-ture and people? As you read, take notes about the pyra-mids to help you answer this question.
Define or describe the following term from this lesson.
Briefly describe the following place.
Explain why this person is important.
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pyramid
Giza
King Khufu
The Pyramids (pages 50–52)
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Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
What was the purpose of pyramids?
Now that you have read the section, write the answers tothe questions that were included in Setting a Purpose forReading at the beginning of the lesson.
What were the main Egyptian beliefs about deities and the afterlife?
Why did Egyptians build pyramids?
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structure
principle
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Chapter 2, Section 3
The Egyptian Empire(Pages 59–67)
Setting a Purpose for Reading Think about these questions as you read:• What was life like during the Middle Kingdom?• What important events happened during the New Kingdom?
As you read pages 65–67 in your textbook, complete this diagram showing the
major accomplishments of Ramses II.
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Ramses II
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The Middle Kingdom was a golden age for Egypt. Beforeyou read, skim the passage. Make a note of any points thatsupport this statement. Then, after you read, go back andfill in additional information about this golden age.
Define or describe the following term from this lesson.
Briefly describe the following place.
Explain why this person is important.
Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
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Thebes
Ahmose
restore
create
tribute
The Middle Kingdom (pages 60–61)
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Who were the Hyksos?
As you read, list the achievements of Hatshepsut andThutmose III in the columns below. Then, based on theachievements you have listed, write a short paragraphevaluating the leadership of one of these rulers. Use spe-cific examples from your list to support your opinion.
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Evaluation
incense
The New Kingdom (pages 61–62)
Hatshepsut Thutmose III
Define or describe the following term from this lesson.
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Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
Use this term, that you studied earlier, in a sentence thatreflects the term’s meaning.
Describe Egyptian trade during the rule of Hatshepsut.
Before you read, skim the text. Then write three questionsabout the main ideas you find. After you have finishedreading, write the answers to these questions.
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priority
behalf
pharaoh(Chapter 2, Section 2)
The Legacies of Two Pharaohs (pages 64–65)
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Why is Tutankhamen so famous today?
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Akhenaton
maintain
rely
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As you read, place the following events in the correct orderby numbering them in the spaces provided.
1. Groups from the eastern Mediterranean attack Egypt by sea.
2. Egyptian armies regain lands in western Asia.
3. Egypt is taken over by the Assyrians.
4. Egypt is conquered by Libyans.
5. Ramses II becomes pharaoh.
6. Egypt is ruled by Kush.
7. The temple at Karnak is built.
Explain why this person is important.
Define this academic vocabulary word from this lesson.
What groups conquered Egypt starting in the 900s B.C.?
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The End of the New Kingdom (pages 65–67)
construct
Ramses II
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Now that you have read the section, write the answers tothe questions that were included in Setting a Purpose forReading at the beginning of the lesson.
What was life like during the Middle Kingdom?
What important events happened during the New Kingdom?
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Chapter 2, Section 4
The Civilization of Kush(Pages 68–72)
Setting a Purpose for Reading Think about these questions as you read:• Who were the Nubians and what were they known for?• What was life like for the people of Kush?
As you read pages 70–72 in your textbook, complete this diagram to show the
differences and similarities between Napata and Meroë.
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NapataBoth
Meroë
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As you read, write the main idea of the passage. Reviewyour statement when you have finished reading and reviseas needed.
Define or describe the following term from this lesson.
Briefly describe the following places.
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Nubia
Kush
Kerma
savanna
Nubia (pages 69–70)
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Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson.
Use each of these terms, that you studied earlier, in a sentence that reflects the term’s meaning.
Where was Kush located?
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historian(Chapter 2, Section 2)
hieroglyphics(Chapter 2, Section 2)
period
collapse
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Complete this outline as you read.
I. The Importance of Iron
A. __________________________________________________________
B. __________________________________________________________
II. A New Capital
A. __________________________________________________________
B. __________________________________________________________
III. Building a Profitable Trade
A. __________________________________________________________
B. __________________________________________________________
Briefly describe the following places.
Explain why each of these people is important.
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Kashta
Piye
Napata
Meroë
The Rise of Kush (pages 70–72)
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Define these academic vocabulary words from this lesson
Use each of these terms that you studied earlier in a sen-tence that reflects the term’s meaning.
How did Kush become a wealthy kingdom?
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decline
culture
caravan(Chapter 1, Section 3)
dynasty(Chapter 2, Section 1)
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Now that you have read the section, write the answers tothe questions that were included in Setting a Purpose forReading at the beginning of the lesson.
Who were the Nubians and what were they known for?
What was life like for the people of Kush?
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