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Egypt Section 4 Terms
Horrell Lamb Stroup
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History
6th Grade
03/03/2011

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hieroglyphics

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one of the world's first writing systems, developed in ancient Egypt (p.102)
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papyrus

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long-lasting paper-like material made from reeds of the same name (p.102)
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Rosetta Stone

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a stone slab inscribed with hieroglyphics; the key to our understanding the ancient language (p.103)
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temples and tombs
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their walls are covered with impressive paintings and carvings (p.104)
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sphinxes

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imaginary creatures with the bodies of lions and heads of other animals or humans (p.104)
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obelisk

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a tall, four-sided pillar that is pointed on top (p.104)
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Temple of Karnak

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one of ancient Egypt's largest temples (p.104)
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treasure hunters
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over the years, they emptied most of pharaoh's tombs (p.106)
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King Tutankhamen

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In 1922, his tomb was found. Treasures found inside have taught us much about New Kingdom Egypt. (p.106)
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Tut's treasures

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jewelry, robes, a famous burial mask, and ivory statues were among things found in Tut's tomb. (p.106)
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