Life on the Nile: Trade in Ancient Egypt
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the importance of trade in ancient Egypt along the Nile, focusing on key vocabulary and concepts related to trade practices, goods, and their significance.
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Life on the Nile: Trade in Ancient Egypt
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Concepts in Ancient Egyptian Trade
Source A: Excerpt from an Egyptian merchant's record
'The trading expeditions along the Nile brought valuable goods from distant lands, including gold, incense, and exotic animals. These items were exchanged for grain, linen, and pottery, facilitating the growth of our civilization.' Provenance: Record from an Egyptian merchant, 1500 BCE.
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Define the following terms as they relate to ancient Egyptian trade: **trade**, **goods**, **expeditions**, and **wealth**. (4 marks)
[4 marks]2.
Explain how trade along the Nile supported the growth of Egyptian society. (4 marks)
[4 marks]3.
Compare the types of goods traded within Egypt and with other lands. (6 marks)
[6 marks]4.
Outline how trade contributed to Egypt's wealth and power. (6 marks)
[6 marks]5.
Write a brief explanation of why the Nile was crucial for trade in ancient Egypt. (4 marks)
[4 marks]6.
Analyse the importance of luxury goods like gold and incense in ancient Egyptian trade. (6 marks)
[6 marks]7.
Compare the role of traders within Egypt and with traders from other regions. (6 marks)
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