Ancient Egypt By: GuyBanks

Ancient Egypt Ancient Egypt is located on the continent of Africa. The climate is very dry. Egyptian clothing was usually made from white linen. Ancient Egyptians did not use silverware, they ate with their hands. Houses in Ancient Egypt were made out of mud bricks.

Map Of Egypt

Egyptians are known for…. Building Pyramids The first pyramid called The Step Pyramid was built around 2600 BC Mummification During this process animal heads were put over the human heads Hieroglyphic writing

Ancient Egypt Hieroglyphics Mud Houses

Ancient Egyptian Education There were a limited number of schools. Only the royalty and wealthy attended these schools, or those whose careers would be a scribe or a priest. These schools were only attended by boys. The ordinary people were educated at home. Girls were taught in the home by their mothers.

Pharaohs Pharaohs were at the highest level in the social structure. The pharaoh was the political, religious, and economic leader of the Egyptians. Menes was the first pharaoh and first king of unified Egypt.

The Rich Vs. The Poor The rich Egyptians wore wigs, while the other classes would wear their hair long or in pigtails. The homes of the wealthy were made of double-thick walls that increased the security of the house. The homes of the poor were only one brick thick. Those who were wealthy had a large variety of foods, while those who were poor had a very basic menu.

References http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/374923/Menes http://www.historylink101.net/egypt_1/index.htm http://listverse.com/2008/08/29/15-fascinating-facts-about-ancient-egypt/

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