Early World Civilizations: Supplemental Guide 10 | The Story of Hatshepsut 175
Prior to listening to “The Story of Hatshepsut,” identify orally
what they know and have learned about ancient Egypt and
about leaders in Mesopotamia
Prior to listening to “The Story of Hatshepsut,” make predictions
about the way in which Hatshepsut was different from other Egyptian
leaders, and then compare the actual outcomes to predictions
Share writing with others
Core Vocabulary
accomplishments, n. Successes or achievements, things done well
Example: Hatshepsut considered that building temples for the gods was
one of his accomplishments.
Variation(s): accomplishment
counselors, n. People who give advice
Example: The king talked to his counselors about whether or not to go
to war.
Variation(s): counselor
declare, v. To say or make known to everyone
Example: After the judges score the athletes’ performances, they
declare a winner.
Variation(s): declares, declared, declaring
pharaohs, n. Kings or rulers of ancient Egypt
Example: Most of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt were male.
Variation(s): pharaoh
tradition, n. A special belief or way of doing something that hasn’t
changed over the years
Example: Her favorite family tradition is going to the beach at the
beginning of summer vacation.
Variation(s): traditions