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Egypt: The Land of the Nile - Discoveries, Farming, Pharaohs, and King Tut's Tomb

Explore the fascinating history of ancient Egypt, from important discoveries made by Giovanni Belzoni to the farming techniques along the Nile. Learn about the unique government of the pharaohs and the incredible treasures found in King Tut's tomb.

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Egypt: The Land of the Nile - Discoveries, Farming, Pharaohs, and King Tut's Tomb

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  1. Chapter 1 Lesson 2Egypt – The Land of the Nilepages 54 -58 Mr. Bondurant

  2. Chapter 1 Lesson 2Egypt – The Land of the Nilepages 54 -58 • Vocabulary: • Mummy • Oasis • Silt • Delta • Pharaoh • Pyramid

  3. A. Belzoni the Giant pages 54-5 • 1. What important discovery did Giovanni Belzoni make? • 2. What kinds of things did Belzoni take back to England?

  4. B. Fertile Land Along the Nile p.55 • 1. Why is the mouth of the Nile called a delta? • 2. How did farmers of Egypt plant their crops? • 3. Compare the climate of ancient Egypt to that of Sumer.

  5. C. Ruling the Land of the Nile p.55-6 • 1. Why did the Egyptians serve the pharaohs? • 2. In what way was the government of the pharaohs unique?

  6. D. The Tomb of King Tut Is Found p.56-8 • Who was Howard Carter? • What did Carter find in King Tut’s tomb?

  7. R13 • 1. False had long been was not yet • 2. False Egyptian British • 3. TRUE

  8. W20 • 1. 2640 B.C • 2. Giza

  9. Chapter 1 Lesson 2 • TOGETHER MEANS: • On the same question at the same time! • Working only with your group! • ALL brains are at work! • Everyone comes to an agreement on the answer. • Questions must be asked as a group!

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