Turning Point Webquest - River Valley - Nile

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Turning Points in History
Timeline Event
Nile River Valley - Egypt
When
c.3150BCE - 30BCE
Where
Present Day Egypt
Participants (Who)
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{{ #if: Pharaoh Menes - Unites Upper & Lower Egypt | *Pharaoh Menes - Unites Upper & Lower Egypt| }} {{ #if: Pharaoh Ramessess II - Great Builder & Longest Reign | *Pharaoh Ramessess II - Great Builder & Longest Reign| }} {{ #if: Pharaoh Cleopatra - Last Pharaoh of Egypt | *Pharaoh Cleopatra - Last Pharaoh of Egypt| }} {{ #if: | *| }} {{ #if: | *| }} {{ #if: | *| }} {{ #if: | *| }}

What Happened
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Ancient Egypt became one of the most long lasting civilizations.
Causes/Why Happened
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The Nile river had very predictable flooding so the civilization was able to create a stable food supply. This was the reason many other civilizations conquered and ruled Ancient Egypt at various times (Persians, Greeks, Romans). The Egyptian food supply fed these empires.
Results/Outcomes
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Egypt was mostly a stable society in which pharaoh's (kings) gained wealth and territory. They had colossal building projects such as the pyramids, temples, and tombs which was all based upon their desire for the afterlife. They were polytheistic with the worship of many gods.
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NILE RIVER VALLEY CIVILIZATION

The Nile River Valley Civilization started at the northern most peak of the Nile River at the time of the Neolithic Revolution. This early civilization formed down the lush fields of the Nile River. Protected by the water and desert, the civilization was able to grow into Egypt and surrounding colonies.

Impact of Geography

Geography for the Nile River Valley Civilization was very important. The Nile would flood each year starting in July and lasting until November. This predictable, yearly flooding, gave the Egyptians a stable source of water for their agriculture. This flood would provide new, rich soil for the Egyptians and would wash away waste. During the Roman Period of Egyptian history, the stable food supply was used as the breadbasket for the Roman Republic and Roman Empire.

The seas around the civilization served a barrier against war and disease, as well as the deserts which provided some protection from invaders. Although these barriers were eventually overcome by the use of different technologies such as ships and chariots.

Economy

The inhabitants of the Nile River Valley Civilization depended heavily on farming. Close proximity to the Nile allowed easy access to water needed for crops. Seasonal flooding fertilized the land for the next year's crops. Agriculture was essential for survival, growth, and economic success.

Social Structure


Buildings/Structures

  • Pyramids
  • Temples
  • Tombs
  • Large boats for transport
  • Rigid structures that held pharaoh at the top, followed by priests, artisans, farmers, and finally slaves.

People of Interest

  • Menes (Narmer)
    • First Dynasty Egyptian King
    • Accredited for combining/unifying upper and lower Egypt
  • Khafre/Khufu/Menkhare
    • Built the pyramids at Giza
  • Ramses II
    • Longest reigning pharaoh
    • Built many monuments/tombs
  • Cleopatra
    • Married Marc Antony of Ancient Rome
    • Defeated by Octavian (Augustus)
    • Killed herself - Last of Egyptian Pharaohs

Tools/Weapons/Technology/Literature

  • Produced a 365-day calendar based on astronomy.
  • Developed early Geometry used for designing fields and canals.
  • Hieroglyphics were created and carved on to tablets for communication

Religion

Polytheistic religion - Multiple gods

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