Social Studies Chapter 6 Lesson 2
Nubia Nubia was found south of Egypt. Today this land is called Sudan.
Weather The weather in Nubia was harsh (not good). In the summer, it was over 100 degrees. In the winter, it was freezing.
People in Nubia People in Nubia were talented. They raised cattle and grew crops. They were known for being good warriors.
People in Nubia They buried their dead in pyramids, just like the Egyptians.
The land for farming was not as good as Egypt. They did not have a surplus of food, and had to keep hunting. They liked to trade with Egyptians.
The end of Nubia Egypt conquered (took over) Lower Nubia in around 2000BC.
Homework No Social Studies homework tonight
Classwork ( ) #1) What did people of Nubia do to their dead? #2) Why did Nubian farmers have to hunt for food? #3) What kinds of things were found in Nubian burial sites? #4) Did Nubia get along with Egypt? #5) What river did Nubia and Egypt share?