Friday, October 30, 2009

What is the gift of the Nile?



Do Now:
1. What does FAID stand for?
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2. Why is FAID so important to all Early River Valley Civilizations?

Notes:
Pharaoh- ruler of Ancient Egypt that was considered both a god and a leader
Theocracy- ruler is both religious and government leader
Hieroglyphics- Egyptian writing which has pictures for words and sounds. Used to keep records.
Pyramid- ancient burial tomb for the Pharaoh's of Egypt
Mummies - Wrapped body of the dead
Dynasty- family of rulers
Embalming- method used to preserve dead bodies