Egypt Vocab

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Cataracts

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strong rapids on the Nile River

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Delta

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Triangle-shaped area of land with soil deposited by a river.

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Menes

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Wore a double crown after unifying the kingdoms.

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Pharaoh

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Ruler of ancient Egypt

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Dynasty

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Series of rulers from the same family.

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Old Kingdom

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Period in Egypt: 2500-2200 BCE

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Khufu

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Cruel pharaoh during Old Kingdom

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Nobles

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People from rich and powerful families.

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Afterlife

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Life after death

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Mummies

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Specially treated bodies wrapped in cloth.