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The Middle Kingdom (1991-1700 BCE) pp. 58-63

The Middle Kingdom (1991-1700 BCE) pp. 58-63. What is the “First Intermediate Period?” Who are the Theban kings? Who was Amon?

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The Middle Kingdom (1991-1700 BCE) pp. 58-63

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  1. The Middle Kingdom (1991-1700 BCE)pp. 58-63 • What is the “First Intermediate Period?” • Who are the Theban kings? Who was Amon? • The Hyksos (“hik-sohs”) Invasion led to the “Second Intermediate Period,” which ended the period of the Middle Kingdom. Who were the Hyksos & why were they successful? • In 1982 an Egyptian trading vessel (from 14th century BCE) was discovered. What do the contents of this vessel reveal about Egyptian trade & culture? • Explain the concept of the “god-king.” • Succession: How did the Egyptians ensure the purest line of succession? • What role did the following officials play? A. Scribes B. Viziers C. Minor Officials • Legal Traditions: How did the goddess Ma’at personify the essential foundations of Egyptian law? • With no codified body of laws, on what was the Egyptian legal system based? • Economic Structure: How did Egypt measure its wealth? Explain. • What kind of labour force was used to create Egypt’s public works? • Egyptians didn’t use coins or currency. How then, did they conduct trade?

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