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• Chapter 4 Study Guide: Ancient Egypt • Last Pharaoh Cleopatra VII was the final ruler of Egypt. • Technology for Archaeology Satellite cameras help archaeologists locate objects underground. • Cause of Famine Ancient Egyptians blamed famine on the Pharaohs. • Who Were the Sea Peoples? They were invaders. • Sea Peoples in the New Kingdom During this period, they regularly invaded Egypt. • Origin of Ancient Egypt It emerged in the Nile River Valley. • Mummification and Medicine Through mummification, Egyptians learned about medicine. • Rulers of the Kingdoms Pharaohs ruled all the kingdoms. • Construction of the Great Pyramids They were built during the Old Kingdom. • The Nile River’s Contribution It provided predictable floodwaters and fertile soil. • Resources for Farming Fertile soil and water enabled agriculture.