CP: Ancient Egypt 101 | National Geographic

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Set the Scene:

Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of Ancient Egypt. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a civilization that lasted for over 3,000 years? What do you think are some of the most significant achievements of Ancient Egypt that still impact our lives today? Have you ever seen any movies or documentaries about Ancient Egypt that sparked your interest in this topic? How do you think the daily life of an Ancient Egyptian differed from yours? What do you think is the most fascinating aspect of Ancient Egyptian culture?

Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:

Look at the featured image of Ancient Egypt. What do you see in the image? What do you think this activity will be about based on this image? Do you see any pyramids, pharaohs, or other notable landmarks? What do you think is the significance of the image in relation to Ancient Egyptian civilization?

Introduction:

Please read the introduction to the activity, which provides an overview of Ancient Egyptian civilization, its history, and its achievements. As you read, pay attention to the key terms and concepts that will be explored in more detail throughout the activity.

Video Engagement:

Watch the video Ancient Egypt 101 | National Geographic and pause at the following strategic points:

  1. Pause the video at 2:00 minutes and discuss: What were some of the key factors that contributed to the rise of Ancient Egyptian civilization? How did the Nile River impact the development of Ancient Egypt?
  2. Pause the video at 5:00 minutes and discuss: What were some of the most significant achievements of Ancient Egypt, such as its innovations in mathematics and written language? How did these achievements impact the daily life of Ancient Egyptians?
  3. Pause the video at 8:00 minutes and discuss: What were some of the challenges faced by Ancient Egyptian civilization, such as the Intermediate Periods of instability? How did the pharaohs and other rulers contribute to the rise and fall of Ancient Egypt?

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Vocabulary Quiz:

Take the vocabulary quiz to test your understanding of key terms related to Ancient Egypt. Choose the correct answer for each question:

  1. Which term refers to the rulers of Ancient Egypt who were considered divine liaisons between humanity and the gods?
    • A) Phoenicians
    • B) City-State Leaders
    • C) Pharaohs
    • D) Egyptian Nobles
  2. What was the name of the written language developed by Ancient Egyptians around 3150 BC, which has over 700 pictorial characters?
    • A) Hieratic
    • B) Demotic
    • C) Hieroglyphic writing
    • D) Ancient Sumerian
  3. What was the purpose of the elaborate tombs constructed by pharaohs, including the Great Pyramids at Giza?
    • A) To serve as centers of trade and commerce
    • B) To prepare for their journey into the afterlife
    • C) To showcase their military power
    • D) To store grain and food supplies
  4. What innovation did Ancient Egyptians develop to design massive structures like the Great Pyramid with remarkable geometrical precision?
    • A) The calendar system
    • B) The qubit, a new form of measurement
    • C) The concept of pi
    • D) The water clock
  5. What was the name of the type of paper derived from the papyrus plant, which allowed the Ancient Egyptians to have a new avenue of communication and record-keeping?
    • A) Vellum
    • B) Parchment
    • C) Papyrus
    • D) Silk

Answer Key:

  1. C
  2. C
  3. B
  4. B
  5. C

Grammar Focus:

The grammar focus for this activity is the use of the past perfect tense. Read the following examples and try to create your own sentences using the past perfect tense:

Example 1: By the time the pharaohs became gods, they had constructed elaborate tombs.

Example 2: After the city-states had united, Ancient Egypt became a powerful empire.

Grammar Quiz:

Take the grammar quiz to test your understanding of the past perfect tense. Choose the correct answer for each question:

  1. By the time the Ancient Egyptian civilization ______, it had already made significant contributions to mathematics and written language.
    • was conquered by the Roman Empire
    • had been conquered by the Roman Empire
    • conquered the Persian Empire
    • became one of the most powerful civilizations in history
  2. The pharaohs ______ elaborate tombs, including the Great Pyramids at Giza, before they passed away.
    • constructed
    • were constructing
    • had constructed
    • would construct
  3. The Ancient Egyptians ______ a new form of measurement called the qubit before they designed the Great Pyramid.
    • developed
    • had developed
    • were developing
    • would develop
  4. By the time the city-states ______, Ancient Egypt had become a unified state.
    • united
    • had united
    • were uniting
    • would unite
  5. The Egyptians ______ papyrus before they used it for communication and record-keeping.
    • innovated
    • had innovated
    • were innovating
    • would innovate

Answer Key:

  1. had been conquered by the Roman Empire
  2. had constructed
  3. had developed
  4. had united
  5. had innovated