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The soil of the Nile River Valley is best characterized as
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fertile.
Read the story of Horus and Seth. Which sentence explains the significance of this story to ancient Egyptians?
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The story of Horus and Seth explains the conflict between the rightful heir to the throne and the usurper, which mirrored the struggle for power and legitimacy in ancient Egypt society.
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Because there was less land to farm in Kush than in Egypt,
the people of Kush often relied on trade and conquest to obtain the resources they needed.
How did the development of hieroglyphics and the invention of papyrus lead to the growth of civilization in Egypt and contribute to the growth of other civilizations?
The development of hieroglyphics and the invention of papyrus led to the growth of civilization in Egypt by providing a system of writing and record-keeping that allowed for the efficient organization of society, including the administration of government, the recording of laws and regulations, and the documentation of religious practices and beliefs. This contributed to the growth of other civilizations by facilitating communication and the exchange of knowledge and ideas through trade and cultural interactions. Additionally, the dissemination of Egyptian writing techniques and materials, such as papyrus, influenced the development of writing systems in other ancient civilizations, including those of Mesopotamia and Greece.
How were Egyptian farmers able to produce enough food to create a surplus?
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- The annual flooding of the Nile River provided rich fertile sediment for farming.
- The Egyptians developed an advanced irrigation system to bring water to their fields.
- The Egyptians practiced efficient agricultural techniques such as crop rotation and the use of animal labor.
- Ancient Egyptians used advanced tools and implements, such as plows and sickles, to enhance their farming productivity.