Ancient Egypt Y7 Quiz

What is the name of the river that flows through ancient Egypt?

• The Amazon

• The Euphrates

• The Nile

• The Mississippi

Which of the following is not a season in ancient Egypt?

• Akhet

• Peret

• Shemu

• Winter

Which of the following is true about the pharaohs in ancient Egypt?

• They were the highest-ranking officials in the government.

• They were farmers who worked the land.

• They were slaves who were forced to build pyramids.

• They were merchants who traded goods.

What was the name of the boy king who ruled ancient Egypt for a short time?

• Tutankhamen

• Ramses II

• Cleopatra

• Hatshepsut

Which of the following groups had the highest status in ancient Egyptian society?

• Priests

• Farmers

• Merchants

• Slaves

What was the main purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

• They were tombs for pharaohs and their consorts.

• They were religious temples where people worshipped gods.

• They were schools where children learned to read and write.

• They were hospitals where people received medical treatment.

Which of the following gods was associated with the afterlife in ancient Egypt?

• Osiris

• Isis

• Horus

• Anubis

What was the main source of food in ancient Egypt?

• Wheat

• Rice

• Potatoes

• Corn

Which of the following was not a weapon used in ancient Egyptian warfare?

• Swords

• Bows and arrows

• Guns

• Spears

What was the purpose of the Book of the Dead in ancient Egypt?

• It was a religious text that helped the deceased navigate the afterlife.

• It was a medical text that provided information about diseases.

• It was a historical text that recorded the deeds of the pharaohs.

• It was a literary text that told stories about gods and goddesses.