Ancient Egypt

By MrFranklinSycamore
  • 7500 BCE

    First Egyptian Settlers

    Who arrived in the Nile Valley around 7500 BCE?
  • 3200 BCE

    Hieroglyphic Writing

    Why did Ancient Egyptians use hieroglyphs, a language of symbols? How were Ancient Egyptians able to pass on their knowledge, history, and beliefs?
  • 2950 BCE

    The Egyptian State

    Who was the first pharaoh to rule over a united Egypt? What is a dynasty?
  • 2600 BCE

    Pyramids

    Why did Ancient Egyptians mummify dead pharaohs and put them in pyramids?
  • Period: 1473 BCE to 1458 BCE

    The Rule of Queen Hatshepsut

    What was unusual about Queen Hatshepsut in comparison to other rulers of Ancient Egypt?
  • Period: 1332 BCE to 1322 BCE

    Rule of King Tutankhamen ("King Tut")

    Why is King Tut the most famous pharaoh?
  • Period: 1279 BCE to 1213 BCE

    The Reign of Ramesses II

    Why was Ramesses II known as Ramesses the Great?