The Egypt Game_Vocabulary_Ch.6-9

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What does 'dutifully' mean?

Back

To perform an action that is demanded of one as by position, custom, law, or religion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

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Define 'sinister'.

Back

Strongly suggestive of great harm, menace, or evil.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is 'incense'?

Back

A material used to produce a fragrant odor when burned.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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Who was Cleopatra?

Back

An Egyptian queen.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What does 'summoned' mean?

Back

Demanded to appear.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is the significance of the term 'pharaoh' in ancient Egypt?

Back

A title used for the rulers of ancient Egypt, considered to be gods on earth.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What does 'hieroglyphics' refer to?

Back

A writing system used in ancient Egypt that employs symbols and pictures.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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What is the role of 'mummification' in ancient Egyptian culture?

Back

A process of preserving the body for the afterlife, reflecting beliefs about immortality.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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Define 'Nile River' and its importance to ancient Egypt.

Back

The longest river in the world, crucial for agriculture, trade, and transportation in ancient Egypt.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What does 'tomb' signify in the context of ancient Egypt?

Back

A burial place for the dead, often elaborately constructed for pharaohs and nobles.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4