Quarter 1 - History - Quiz

How long did the ancient Egyptian civilization last?

• Over 3,000 years
• 500 years
• 1,000 years
• 10,000 years

Why is the flooding of the Nile in Egypt less disastrous compared to Mesopotamia?

• The Nile floods are more predictable and gradual
• The Nile floods are less frequent
• The Nile floods are controlled by the gods
• The Nile floods do not occur in Egypt

What was the religious belief of the ancient Egyptians?

• Monotheism
• Polytheism
• Atheism
• Pantheism

Which pyramid is known as the pyramids of Giza?

• The pyramid of the pharaoh Khafre
• The pyramid of the pharaoh Menkaure
• The pyramid of the pharaoh Kufu
• The pyramid of the pharaoh Sneferu

How were the pharaohs viewed in the Old Kingdom?

• As shepherds of the people
• As conquerors of the Hyksos
• As an inaccessible God-king
• As builders of the pyramids

Why did the people not agree with Amenhoptep's decision to abolish polytheism?

• They believed in Aten as the only god.
• They wanted to conquer more states.
• They didn't like Amenhoptep as a pharaoh.
• They wanted to preserve their culture and traditions.

What was the primary purpose of Egyptian art?

• Decoration
• Entertainment
• Religious ceremonies
• Education

What did Egypt become after being conquered by the Romans?

• An independent kingdom
• A province of Rome
• A vassal state of Persia

Which two regions were the ancient Egyptian city-states divided into?

A system of measurement developed by the ancient Egyptians.