Social Studies Learning Targets
Chapter 2Ancient Egypt and
Kush
Define cataract, hieroglyphics and Papyrus. Explain the significance of Narmer’s reign. List the social classes of Egypt and describe each
one. Describe the geography of the Nile River. Explain the importance of the Nile River. Compare and contrast Lower and Upper Egypt. Indicate several rights of the Egyptian woman.
The Nile ValleyCh. 2-1 Learning Targets Pgs.
156-164
Define deity, pyramid, pharaoh Describe the importance of pharaohs in the Old
kingdom. Explain the Egyptian belief system including
their view on death. Describe the mummification process and its role
in advancing medicine. Explain how and why pyramids were built. Discuss King Khufu, his rule, and the location of
his Great Pyramid.
Egypt’s Old KingdomCh. 2-2 Learning Targets Pgs. 165-
170
List the contributions of each: Hatshepsut, Ahmose, Ramses II, and Akhenaton.
Describe the Middle Kingdom and its capital city. Give information about Amenhotep and his new
religion. Explain why King Tut is such an
interesting Pharaoh. List the significant contributions of
Ramses II. Explain the decline and fall of the
Egyptian empire.
The Egyptian EmpireCh. 2-3 Learning Targets Pgs. 178-
186
Define savanna. Explain how the Kingdom of Kerma was
created. Describe the advances made in farming
technology. Explain why Napata’s location helped trade. Tell how the Kushite Kings, Kashta and Piye,
were influenced by Egyptian culture. Describe the significance of Meroё and its
location.
The Civilization of KushCh. 2-4 Learning Targets Pgs.
187-191