PICTURE STUDY IDENTIFY THE PICTURES BELOW 1. LI WRITE SHORT NOTES ON: 1. The Pyramids : 2. Hieroglyphic 3. Occupations of Egyptians :
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Explanation:
1. A pyramid is a structure, usually of stone, built in the shape of a pyramid. From ancient to modern times people in many different parts of the world have built such structures. The word "pyramid" comes from the Greek word pyramis which meant "wheat cake." The ancient Egyptian word for them was something like "Mer".
2. Hieroglyphs, or hieroglyphics, are a type of writing that uses symbols or pictures to stand for sounds and words. The Egyptians, Luwians and Mayan cultures are among those who used hieroglyphs. ... The Greeks who came to Egypt saw the picture letters, which were often found carved on house walls, tombs and monuments.
3. Agriculture
Agriculture: The chief occupation of the Egyptians was agriculture. The Nile provided water for irrigation. The Egyptians farmers can grow crops on the fertile land year after year. Their chief crops were wheat barley and millet.
Jobs included bakers, priests, noblemen, soldiers, farmers, merchants, fishermen, hunters, craftsmen, artists, and scribes. There were many professions in ancient Egypt, most of which were inherited.
Explanation:
Pyramids
it is the oldest and largest of three pyramids in the Giza . it is the oldest seven wonders ancient world . it build during the rule of khufu pharaoh . it constructed over a 20 years period
hieroglyphic
hieroglyphic are a type of writing that uses symbols or picture of stand for sounds or words