DIRECTIONS: Using the site called Pharaonic Egypt choose the topics which you think will answer the questions in your treasure chest. Write the answers in complete sentences on a piece of notebook paper and share them with your group.

1. How long did it take the Egyptians to mummify a dead person?
2. What discovery at Rashid led to the deciphering of hieroglyphics?
3. What 2 areas did Hatshepsut make great contributions to in Ancient Egypt?
4. What invaders took over Egypt in 1785 b.c? What period marked their rule?
5. What was a Satrapy?

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