Egypt's Lost Golden City

That's News to Me

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Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this lesson featuring content from The Washington Post, students learn about an ancient city discovered by archeologists in Egypt. Students discuss related vocabulary and how society has changed since antiquity.

This content may not be appropriate for all students. Teacher discretion is advised.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
interpretive
productive

Vocabulary

unearth
settlement
glimpse
dynasty
bolster
mortuary
preservation
successor
flank
amulet
excavate
glean
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