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During which period in Egyptian history did the Middle Empire occur?

• Ancient Empire

• New Empire

• Middle Kingdom

• Old Kingdom

What was the main reason for Pharaoh Mentuhotep II's military campaign in Nubia?

• To conquer new territories

• To establish trade routes

• To gain control over gold and precious jewelry

• To expand the Egyptian coffers

How many pyramids have been found and accounted for in Egypt?

• 123

• 138

• 146

• 171

Who was the architect responsible for designing the first pyramid, the Pyramid of Djoser?

• Imhotep

• Mentuhotep II

• Amenhotep III

• Khufu

What was the purpose of mummification in ancient Egypt?

• To preserve the body for resurrection

• To honor the deceased

• To provide offerings for the afterlife

• To prevent decomposition

Which pyramid is considered the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?

• Pyramid of Khufu

• Pyramid of Khafre

• Pyramid of Menkaure

• Pyramid of Djoser

What term can be translated to 'Shepherd Kings' and refers to the Semitic Asiatic peoples who settled in the Nile Delta?

• Hyksos

• Hicks

• Cushions

• Pharaohs

What event marked the beginning of the New Kingdom in ancient Egypt?

• Expulsion of the Hyksos

• Construction of the pyramids

• Reign of Pharaoh Amenhotep III

• Invasion of the Assyrian Empire