According to the course text, what dates do historians trace the beginning and end of ancient egyptian civilization?

The Chronology of Egypt.

Explanation:

Prehistoric Age - Tina Dynasties (3315 - 2895)

Old Country - Memphis Dynasty (2895 - 2360)

The Transitional Age - Heraclesopolitan Dynasty (2360 - 2180)

A Middle state marked by the rule of the Theban dynasty and the rule of the Hicks. This period lasted from 2160 to 1580.

The New State period 1580 - 1100. During this period, four dynasties held power to eventually take Assyria.

Sais State 663 - 525

First Persian Rule 525 - 404

XXVIII Dynasty 404 - 398

XXIX Dynasty 398 - 378

XXX Dynasty 378 - 341

Second Persian Rule 341 - 333

Ptolemy 331 - 30