Vocabulary & Concepts: Pharaohs & Pyramids - Tutankhamun
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A worksheet focusing on key vocabulary and concepts related to Tutankhamun, his tomb, and ancient Egyptian beliefs and practices.
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Vocabulary & Concepts: Pharaohs & Pyramids - Tutankhamun
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Vocabulary Building: Key Terms
Source A: Definitions from a history textbook
'Pharaoh: The title used for the ancient Egyptian kings, regarded as gods on Earth. Pyramid: A monumental structure with a square base and four triangular sides, built as a tomb for the Pharaoh. Mummy: A preserved body of a dead person, specially prepared for burial in ancient Egypt. Tomb: A chamber for the dead, often decorated and filled with grave goods. Afterlife: The belief in life after death, a central concept in Egyptian religion.'
Focus on Tutankhamun
Source B: Description of Tutankhamun's tomb
'Tutankhamun's tomb, discovered in 1922, was remarkably intact and contained a wealth of artifacts. It provided valuable insights into Egyptian burial practices and beliefs.'
Historian View:
'The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb was crucial because it revealed much about the material culture and religious practices of the 18th Dynasty.'
Concepts & Beliefs
Source C: Excerpt from an Egyptologist's analysis
'The grandeur of Egyptian tombs reflects their focus on the afterlife and the divine status of the pharaohs. The artifacts symbolize their journey and status in the spiritual realm.'
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