In order to reflect your understandings of the function of mythology in Ancient Egypt, you will conduct research into way of life that existed in Ancient Egypt and how that connects to the gods and the topics we have studied in class. Specific research on the historical events and topographical conditions that influence the Egypt during the time of the creation of their mythology, will need to be gathered.
Using a map like the one above (download this map here) you will create a prezi that examines the purposes of myth in Egypt and how the topography, climate, and historical events of Egypt might have influenced the myths.
Example Prezi:
Create your own Prezi account:
Purposes to examine in your Project (based off our class discussion):
- Establishing Power for the Pharaoh
- Determining Rituals of Mummification and the Afterlife
- Identifying Gender Roles
- Identifying Rules and Boundaries for Society
Research to Included in Prezi
Choose three topics from the following research website to include in your presentation. Once you have determined your topic you will complete additional research in order to supplement the information that has been provided for you.
Click Here for Main Research Website
Rubric
Elements of your Project |
Points Possible |
Exploration of 3 Group Chosen Topics in Egyptian History
-Your group will include information from the teacher supplied research and your own outside of class research.
-Information will be presented in a clear way that shows understanding of the topics.
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Connections to the Gods
-Include connections to the stories of the gods or what god is related to the topic you are presenting and why.
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Connections to the Class Topics
-Include connections to the topics that have been covered in class
- Establishing Power for the Pharaoh
- Determining Rituals of Mummification and the Afterlife
- Identifying Gender Roles
- Identifying Rules and Boundaries for Society
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/5
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Overall Appearance
-Information is presented in a clear and pleasing way
-Information is organized
-Overall it is a creative and interesting presentation to look at
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/5
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Total |
/20 |
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