Egyptian Old Kingdom Review

Vocabulary flashcards for reviewing the Egyptian Old Kingdom lecture notes.

Mummification Chemicals

Chemicals used by Egyptians in the Old Kingdom to preserve bodies for mummification.

Monarchy

A form of government ruled by one person, with rule passed down through a family.

Djoser

The first person to order the construction of pyramids.

Memphis

Capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom.

Pyramids

Gigantic tombs built in Egypt to preserve bodies with chemicals and wrappings, showing the Egyptians' knowledge of anatomy.

Mummy

Preserved bodies wrapped with chemicals.

Djoser

The pharaoh who ordered the construction of the first pyramid.

Giza

The site of famous pyramids, including the Great Sphinx.

Hieroglyphs

Egyptian writing system using picture symbols.

Papyrus

Paper-like material made from reeds, used for writing in ancient Egypt.

Scribes

People who specialized in writing and record-keeping.

Rosetta Stone

Stone that helped decode hieroglyphs.

Khufu (Khuf)

Pharaoh for whom the Great Pyramid of Giza was built.

Pyramids

Indicated the religion and power of the pharaohs.

Pyramid construction

Location requiring math and engineering skills.

Calendar (365 days)

Used by Egyptians to track time and seasons, showing their advanced knowledge.

Hieroglyphs

Picture symbols used in the Egyptian writing system.