Ch 4: Ancient Egypt and Nubia

What is a cataract in geographical terms?

• A type of waterfall

• A group of rocky rapids

• A large river

• A mountain range

What is a delta?

• A mountain peak

• A desert area with a small amount of water

• An area of sediment deposited at the mouth of a river

• A letter in the Greek alphabet

Who are artisans?

• Farmers who grow crops

• Skilled workers who practice a handicraft

• Merchants who sell goods

• Teachers who educate students

What is a pharaoh?

• A type of bird

• A king of ancient Egypt

• A religious leader

• A warrior

What does the term dynasty refer to?

• A type of government

• A ruling family

• A military group

• A religious sect

What is bureaucracy?

• A type of economic system

• A system of offices and officials that handle the business of government

• A form of art that makes bedroom furniture

• A religious practice

What is a mummy?

• A type of ancient script

• A body preserved by a special process

• A type of ancient building

• A religious artifact

What is a hieroglyphic?

• A type of ancient weapon

• A drawing or symbol that represents a word or sound

• A type of ancient clothing

• A religious ceremony

What is papyrus?

• A type of ancient coin

• A long-lasting, paper-like material made from reeds

• A type of ancient weapon

• A type of ancient jewelry

What is a pyramid?

• A type of ancient ship

• A structure with triangular sides

• A type of ancient tool

• A type of ancient script