SS Review 5-2

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Around ______, Egypt entered the period known as the Old Kingdom.

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2600 b.c.

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Who made up the largest class in Egypt's social structure?

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farmers and unskilled workers

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The ancient Egyptian civilization was the first to publish books describing advances in the field of ________________

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medicine

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What was the purpose of building the pyramids?

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It was built as tombs to protect and honor pharaohs' dead bodies.

Front

The process of preserving bodies to be mummified is called _______.

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embalming

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What is the significance of the Old Kingdom in ancient Egypt?

Back

It was a period of great cultural and architectural achievements, including the construction of pyramids.

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What role did farmers play in ancient Egyptian society?

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They formed the largest social class and were essential for agriculture and food production.

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What is embalming?

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Embalming is the process of preserving a body to prevent decay.

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What were the pyramids primarily used for?

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They were primarily used as tombs for pharaohs.

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What advancements did ancient Egyptians make in medicine?

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They developed surgical techniques and wrote medical texts.