Research Task

Before the rule of King After the rule of King Menes

Menes
Before King Menes, the region that would
later become known as Egypt was divided
into two separate kingdoms, each with its
own distinct culture and rulers.
After King Menes' rule (around 3100 BCE),
Egypt united under Pharaohs.
Old Kingdom (2686 BCE - 2181 BCE):
Pyramids, strong central government.

Upper Egypt, located in the southern part
of the Nile River valley, was governed by
local rulers who presided over various city-
states and territories.
Lower Egypt, situated in the Nile Delta and
northern part of the country, was also ruled
by its own local leaders, and had its unique
cultural characteristics.
The inhabitants of both Upper and Lower
Egypt engaged in trade, agriculture, and
other activities, leading to the development
of early settlements and social structures.
During this period, the people of Egypt
developed crucial technologies such as
pottery, agriculture, and rudimentary forms
of writing, which would lay the groundwork
for the later advanced civilization.
The Predynastic Period saw a gradual
process of cultural exchange and interaction
between the people of Upper and Lower
Egypt, which eventually paved the way for
the unification of the two regions under
King Menes.
First Intermediate Period (2181 BCE - 2055
BCE): Chaos, local rulers.
Middle Kingdom (2055 BCE - 1650 BCE):
Reunification, stability, cultural
achievements.
Second Intermediate Period (1650 BCE -
1550 BCE): Hyksos invasion, divided rule.
New Kingdom (1550 BCE - 1077 BCE):
Egypt's peak, famous pharaohs.
Third Intermediate Period (1077 BCE - 664
BCE): Fragmentation, foreign influence.
Late Period (664 BCE - 332 BCE): Foreign
rule, cultural preservation.
Ptolemaic Period (332 BCE - 30 BCE):
Ptolemaic dynasty, Cleopatra.
Roman Period (30 BCE - 641 CE): Annexed
by Roman Empire, later conquered by
Arabs.

Myth researched

The "Tale of Momotaro" is a Japanese folktale about a boy born from a giant peach. He
fights demons with animal friends, brings back stolen treasures, and becomes a hero in his
village. The story teaches bravery, teamwork, and standing up against evil. It remains a
cherished symbol of heroism in Japanese culture.