Introduction to Egypt Lesson

Pyramids of Giza with camels in the foreground. Source: https://pixabay.com/photos/landscape-pyramids-desert-sand-5584652/
Pyramids of Giza with camels in the foreground. Source: https://pixabay.com/photos/landscape-pyramids-desert-sand-5584652/

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will learn the basic timeline of Ancient Egypt from around 3100 BC to 30 BC, including why Cleopatra VII’s death led to Roman rule. Students will also learn how the Nile’s floods, fertile soil, and transport routes supported farming and travel, and how dynasties and the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms help historians organise Egyptian history. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, source analysis, research and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet below:

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Intro to Egypt Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following web page:


Option 2: Source analysis


Step 1: Download a copy of the source analysis worksheet below: 

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Intro to Egypt Analysis Worksheet.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the sources on the following web page: 


Option 3: Internet research


Download a copy of the research questions worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Intro to Egypt Research.docx
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Option 4: Watch video


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:

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Intro to Egypt Viewing Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the following video:

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Test your learning



Extension activities



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