Middle School Mastery Challenge

Which ancient civilization is known for building pyramids as tombs for pharaohs?

• The Aztecs

• The Greeks

• The Egyptians

• The Romans

What is the term for a three-dimensional shape with six square faces?

• Sphere

• Cylinder

• Cube

• Cone

Who was the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Adams

What literary genre is characterized by the use of magic and other supernatural elements, often set in imaginary worlds?

• Historical Fiction

• Science Fiction

• Fantasy

• Mystery

Which of the following is a quadrilateral with exactly one pair of parallel sides?

• Rectangle

• Square

• Trapezoid

• Rhombus

What is the name of the document that officially ended the American Revolution and recognized American independence?

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Treaty of Paris

• The Bill of Rights

In which ancient civilization was the concept of democracy first developed?

• Mesopotamia

• Greece

• Rome

• Egypt

What is the term for a story that is usually written in verse and often involves heroic characters and epic adventures?

• Novel

• Epic Poem

• Short Story

• Play

Which pop culture franchise features characters named Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and Princess Leia?

• Star Trek

• Harry Potter

• Star Wars

• The Lord of the Rings

What is the name of the famous battle where the American forces defeated the British, leading to the end of the American Revolution?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Lexington and Concord