Life on the Nile: Farming in Ancient Egypt
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This worksheet provides a source analysis activity focused on farming in ancient Egypt along the Nile. Students will examine a primary source to understand the nature of farming life, its importance, and evaluate the usefulness of the source.
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Life on the Nile: Farming in Ancient Egypt
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Source Analysis: Farming in Ancient Egypt
Source A: Life of a Farmer in Ancient Egypt
"The land along the Nile is fertile and provides enough food for everyone. Every year, after the flood, we plant wheat, barley, and vegetables. The river water is used to irrigate the fields, and the harvest is a busy time. Men, women, and children all work together to gather the crops. The land is our livelihood, and we take pride in our work. The Nile's annual flooding makes farming possible and helps crops grow. Without the river, our land would be barren and unproductive."* Provenance: An Egyptian farmer, 1500 BCE, a personal account from a papyrus scroll.
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- 1/1/2026
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- 1/1/2026
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