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Egyptian Civilization 23 QUESTIONS I. Describe the chief geographical features of Egypt. Contrast pic- ture writing with phonetic writing. Give some examples of words which could be represented by pictures and some which could hot. What are some of the results of the invention of writing ? How was metal prob- ably discovered ? How did the use of metal contribute to the develop- ment of civilization? Describe some of the important uses of metal today. II. What is a mummy ? What conditions in Egypt have served to make it a historical museum ? Give some examples of the objects which have been found in tombs. Describe the Great Pyramid. If the Great Pyramid could be set down near your schoolhouse, about how much space would it occupy ? Describe some of the chief industries in the Pyramid Age. Give some examples of the art in that period. III. Describe the temple of Karnak at Thebes. What treasures have been found in the tombs of the kings of the Empire? What countries came into control of Egypt after the fall of the Empire? Do you know how Great Britain came to control Egypt today? NOTE. The scene below shows us the life of the nomads referred to in the next chap- ter. The dark camel's-hair tents of these wandering shepherds are easily carried from place to place as they seek new pasturage. They live on the milk and flesh of the flocks