EGYPT “THE GIFT OF THE NILE” SSWH1 The student will analyze the origins, structure, and interactions of complex societies in the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE – 500 BCE B. Describe the relationship of religion and political authority in Ancient Egypt. E. Explain the development and importance of writing; include cuneiform, hieroglyphics, and the Phoenician alphabet.
Egypt “The Gift of the Nile”. SSWH1 The student will analyze the origins, structure, and interactions of complex societies in the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE – 500 BCE B. Describe the relationship of religion and political authority in Ancient Egypt. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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EGYPT “THE GIFT OF THE NILE”
SSWH1 The student will analyze the origins, structure, and interactions of complex societies in the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE – 500 BCEB. Describe the relationship of religion and political authority in Ancient Egypt.E. Explain the development and importance of writing; include cuneiform, hieroglyphics, and the Phoenician alphabet.
EGYPTIAN GEOGRAPHY
EGYPTIAN GEOGRAPHYMAP – PAGE A17 & 36 Nile River – annual flood, predictable
Used irrigation ditches to water crops Natural barriers – deserts on both sides Delta – triangle shaped land at mouth of
river
GOVERNMENT:THE PHARAOH God-kings
Absolute/unlimited power
Theocracy – government is based on religious authority