Egypt
Chapter 16, Section 1 (pgs. 457-462)
Focus Questions:
 How does Egypt’s physical geography impact its people?
 How has Egypt’s location influenced its political development?
 How has technology changed daily life in Egypt?
1. Fill in the chart:
Definition
Picture
Effect on Egyptians
Delta:
Silt:
Oasis:
2. Why is the Suez Canal important to Egyptians? The world?
3. Compare the Sahara and the Nile: How do they impact Egypt?
4. Create a T-Chart: List the benefits and limitations of the Aswan Dam.
5. Create an argument: What is the most significant legacy of the Ancient Egyptians?
Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
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6. Fill in the chart:
Type of Government
Population
Major Religion
Major Industries
Major Resources
Conflicts
7. On a separate sheet of paper, answer the “Focus Questions.”