Egypt Review: Pyramids, hieroglyphics and the Rosetta Stone

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Pyramid

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Massive triangular structures built as tombs for pharaohs and their spouses.

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Pyramids at Giza

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A complex of 6 pyramids total. 3 large pyramids and 3 smaller pyramids on the west bank of the Nile river (Giza Complex)

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Cartouche

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An oval shaped frame that encloses Egyptian hieroglyphics. Typically the name and title of a royal or high ranking person.

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Scribe

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A person whose job it is to read and write. Highly valued in society.

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Papyrus

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A tall water-loving plant used for making paper, rope, sandals, baskets, and more.

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Hieroglyphics

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The formal writing system of ancient Egyptians.

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Holy

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In Greek, “hiero” means...

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Rosetta Stone

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A special stone found in 1799, that had the same message written in Egyptian and Greek. This was used to help translate hieroglyphics.

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The Great Pyramid

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The pyramid of the Pharaoh Khufu. Largest pyramid in the world

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Quarry

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Limestone and granite blocks were dug out from this location, to build the Great Pyramid.