Shannon Leister
SLM 521
2/24/06
Ancient Civilizations
A Web Study on Ancient Egypt
In this class, Ancient Civilizations, one of the civilizations we will be studying is Ancient Egypt. Before we begin, it is important that you have the opportunity to familiarize yourselves with a brief history of Egypt from 3000 BC, the Pyramids, and Hieroglyphics. This activity requires you to visit a website that will provide you with information on the above topics, so that you have a basic understanding of Ancient Egypt as we begin a detailed study into the culture and contributions of this Society.
Assignment
1.Go to
Pyramids: The Inside Story and complete the Fact List below. The website address is: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/pyramid/excavation/2.
Copy and paste the Fact List into a Word or XP document.3. Print your document and bring it to our next class meeting.
Ancient Egypt Fact List
1. Describe the climate in Giza.
2. What percentage of Egypt is covered in sand?
3. Why do you think the Nile was important to every day life in ancient Egypt?
4. What was the approximate date and where were hieroglyphics first found in ancient Egypt?
5. What is the last remaining wonder on the Seven Wonders of the World?
6. Approximately when were the pyramids at Giza Built?
7. Who built the pyramids and for what purpose?
8. How many men, and how long did it take to build the Great Pyramid?
9. Give a brief (100 words) explanation of the importance of Hieroglyphics
10. Give a 200 word synopsis on life in ancient Egypt.