Ancient Egypt

What is the purpose of pyramids in ancient Egypt?

• To serve as tombs for the pharaohs and their families

• To serve as religious temples

• To store grain and other food supplies

• To house the royal court and government officials

Which river was considered the lifeblood of ancient Egypt?

• Mississippi River

• Ganges River

• Nile River

• Amazon River

What is the name of the ancient Egyptian writing system?

• hieroglyphics

• pictographs

• hieroglyphs

• cuneiform

What was the process of preserving the dead bodies called in ancient Egypt?

• cremation

• mummification

• burial

• embalming

What is the name of the famous statue with the head of a human and the body of a lion?

• Griffin

• Sphinx

• Chimera

• Gargoyle

How were pyramids built in ancient Egypt?

• Pyramids in ancient Egypt were built by pouring concrete into molds.

• Pyramids in ancient Egypt were built by using advanced machinery and tools.

• Pyramids in ancient Egypt were built by stacking large blocks of stone on top of each other.

• Pyramids in ancient Egypt were built by aliens from outer space.

What was the main purpose of the Nile River in ancient Egypt?

• source of drinking water

• irrigation and agriculture

• religious ceremonies and rituals

• transportation and trade

What were hieroglyphics mainly used for in ancient Egypt?

• creating art and sculptures

• communicating with the gods

• writing and recording important information

• decorating pottery and jewelry

Why did ancient Egyptians mummify their dead?

• To preserve the body for the afterlife.

• To prevent the spread of diseases.

• To honor and respect the deceased.

• To use the bodies for scientific experiments.

What is the name of the largest pyramid in Egypt?

• Pyramid of Khafre

• Pyramid of Menkaure

• Great Pyramid of Giza

• Pyramid of Djoser