Module 4 - Kingdoms of the Nile

Which of the following characterized the Upper Kingdom of Egypt? (pick 3)

• it's capital city was located at Nekhen

• it's king wore a red crown

• its king wore a cone-shaped white crown

• it was located in the northern part of Egypt

• it was located in the southern part of Egypt

Which of the following foods were eaten by ancient Egyptians? (pick 3)

• barley

• duck

• corn

• potatoes

• fish

Who was at the top in Egyptian society from highest to lowest?

• pharaohs

• priests and nobles

• government officials and rich merchants

• farmers

• slaves and servants

Who was at the second from the top in Egyptian society from highest to lowest?

• pharaohs

• priests and nobles

• government officials and rich merchants

• farmers

• slaves and servants

Who was at the third from the top (middle) in Egyptian society from highest to lowest?

• pharaohs

• priests and nobles

• government officials and rich merchants

• farmers

• slaves and servants

Who was at the fourth from the top in Egyptian society from highest to lowest?

• pharaohs

• priests and nobles

• government officials and rich merchants

• farmers

• slaves and servants

Who was at the bottom in Egyptian society from highest to lowest?

• pharaohs

• priests and nobles

• government officials and rich merchants

• farmers

• slaves and servants

Which of the following religious beliefs did the ancient Egyptians and ancient Sumerians (Mesopotamians) share? (pick 3)

• there is only one god, who is all-powerful

• there are many gods

• creation myths explained the beginning of earth

• kings were chosen by the gods to protect their people

• the sun god is the most important of the gods

What were ancient Egyptian construction workers paid for their labor?

• gold or silver coins

• cows, sheep, or camels

• grain or other foodstuffs

• land suitable for farming

Which Egyptian ruler drove the Hyksos out of Egypt?

• Ahmose

• Khufu

• Hatshepsut

• Menes