3 Egyptian Kingdoms Flashcard

Front

In Ancient Egypt, what does the word "kingdom" refer to?

Back

A time period

Front

Who designated the time periods of Ancient Egypt?

Back

Historians

Front

What are the three main periods into which historians group Egyptian history?

Back

Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom

Front

Who was the first pharaoh of Egypt that united Upper and Lower Egypt during the Old Kingdom?

Back

King Narmer

Front

What was established in Egypt during the Old Kingdom that contributed to its long-lasting civilization?

Back

A rigid social structure

Front

What writing system was developed during the Old Kingdom of Egypt?

Back

Hieroglyphics

Front

How is the Egyptian art and architecture from the Old Kingdom period described?

Back

Distinguished and easily-recognized

Front

When did Pharaoh Khufu rule?

Back

2551-2528 B.C.E

Front

What did Pharaoh Khufu establish as the central authority?

Back

The pharaoh

Front

Which of the following was NOT a responsibility of Pharaoh Khufu?

• Oversaw the organization of the harvest and food storage
• Controlled government officials
• Declared himself a god
• Created the first written language

Back

Created the first written language