Egypt Flashcards
(20 cards)
True or False: The Nile River flows from south to north.
True
Fill in the blank: The Nile River provided ______ for agriculture in ancient Egypt.
fertile soil
What were the two main regions of ancient Egypt that the Nile River separated?
Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt
Multiple choice: What was one of the primary uses of the Nile River by ancient Egyptians? A) Transportation B) Mining C) Fishing D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the significance of the annual flooding of the Nile?
It deposited nutrient-rich silt on the land, enhancing agricultural productivity.
Fill in the blank: The Nile River is essential for ______ in Egypt.
irrigation
What role did the Nile play in trade for ancient Egyptians?
It served as a major trade route for transporting goods.
True or False: The Nile River was worshipped as a deity in ancient Egyptian religion.
True
What is the name of the delta formed by the Nile River?
Nile Delta
Fill in the blank: The ______ of the Nile River allowed for the development of one of the earliest civilizations.
resources
Multiple choice: What was a key agricultural product that thrived due to the Nile? A) Wheat B) Cacao C) Rice D) Corn
A) Wheat
What geographic feature does the Nile River flow through?
The Sahara Desert
True or False: The Nile River has remained unchanged throughout history.
False
What was the importance of the Nile to ancient Egyptian religion?
It was linked to fertility and life, symbolizing the cycle of life.
Fill in the blank: The Nile River supported not only agriculture but also ______.
fishing and trade
What is one way the Nile River influenced Egyptian architecture?
It provided materials and resources for building structures like temples and pyramids.
True or False: The Nile River is the primary source of freshwater for Egypt.
True
Fill in the blank: The Nile River has played a vital role in Egypt’s ______.
cultural identity
What was a consequence of the Nile’s flooding for ancient Egyptian society?
It led to a calendar system based on the agricultural cycle.
Multiple choice: The Nile River is often compared to which other river for its historical significance? A) Ganges B) Tigris C) Euphrates D) Amazon
C) Euphrates
