Exploring Ancient Egypt: Pyramids, Society, and Cultural Achievements
This lesson delves into the cultural significance of the Egyptian pyramids, their builders, and their purposes. Students will explore how geography influenced the economic and political structures in Egypt and Nubia. Through readings and discussions, students will examine ancient Egyptian society, social classes, and the rights of women. They will also engage in activities related to astronomy, medicine, and hieroglyphics, culminating in a personal tomb painting project that reflects their lives and beliefs. Homework includes reading and reflection on key issues.
Exploring Ancient Egypt: Pyramids, Society, and Cultural Achievements
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Tuesday, 9/28/10 Bell Ringer: Why were the pyramids built (culturally)? Who built them? What were they used for? Turn in homework-Vocabulary handout- Due: Tuesday 9/28/10 Unit Essential Question: How did geography shape the economic and political institutions of Egypt and Nubia? Homework: Read pgs:89-94 Answer the ‘Examining the Issues’ questions on page 88
Egyptian Life • Egyptian Society • Three dominant social classes: Upper, Middle, & Lower • Social mobility possible through marriage or military • Women given many of the same rights as men • Think-Pair-Share: 5 minutes • http://www.online-stopwatch.com/full-screen-online-countdown/ • Read Pg. 40 Section ‘Life in Egyptian Society’ • With your partner, write in your notes at least 5 examples of how the Egyptians excelled in astronomy, calendar development, geometry, architecture, & medicine
Hieroglyphics and Tomb Paintings • Egyptians used a Hieroglyphic form of writing • Written on papyrus paper – not stone or clay tablets • Tomb paintings give insight to the daily and spiritual lives of the Egyptians • The paintings depicted special events in the person’s life. • http://www.pbs.org/empires/egypt/special/hieroglyphs/introduction.html • On your paper use the hieroglyphics to spell out your name, then use symbols and pictures to create a tomb painting that illustrates at least 5 aspects of your life and/or beliefs
Invaders Control Egypt • 1640 B.C. Egypt conquered by the Hyksos • Hyksos ruled Egypt for 100 years • Hebrews Migrate into Egypt during the period of Hyksos rule / obtained high positions of honor
