| A | B |
| unify | to unite |
| independent | free |
| papyrus | a plant whose stems are used for paper |
| delta | triangular-shaped area at mouth of river |
| hieroglyphics | form of writing based on pictures |
| silt | mixture of soil and small rocks |
| cataract | waterfall |
| pharaoh | in ancient Egypt, a god-king |
| pyramid | large stone building to serve as house for dead |
| mummy | preserved dead body |
| economy | way people use and manage resources |