Summary of Unit / InquiryThe purpose of this unit of inquiry is to introduce students to the ancient civilization of Egypt. Topics of focus will include how the Ancient Egyptians built a civilization that lasted more the 2,000 years and how they continue to have an influence on the modern world. Beginning with how the civilization developed and how its social structure was organized, we will remain focused on historical fact vs. opinion and use Egyptian artifacts and other primary sources to make interpretations. Furthermore, we will maintain our focus on how societies are organized in order to make comparisons between Egypt and Mesopotamia.
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delta cataracts shadoof basins pharaoh pyramids Book of the Dead embalming natron mummy hieroglyphics Rosetta Stone papyrus |
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