Homework # 2-2

 Read pages 225-231 on page 231 answer questions 1, 3 and 5 in complete sentences.

Aim: Without the Nile would Egypt be a Desert?

Notes:
1. Flooding of the Nile every spring provides fertile soil.
2. Nile River flows North to Mediterranean Sea (gift).
3. Nile is the "breadbasket" of Egypt because of all of the wheat grown there.
4. Nile is famous as the longest river in the world.
5. River Nile runs through Egypt, creating a fertile green valley across the desert.

Aim: Why is Egypt called 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?
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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

HW#1-2

Write 5 facts I learned about Ancient Egypt in class today. Please use complete sentences.

Aim: How does the Prince of Egypt portray Egyptians life?

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Quiz on Mesopotamians and Hammurabi

AIM: Why did Hammurabi’s Code provide justice for Ancient Babylon?

Do Now: Agree or disagree – “an eye for an eye, a life for a life.”  Explain. 

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