Ancient Egypt Quiz

Who was the first female pharaoh of ancient Egypt?

• Isis

• Nefertiti

• Cleopatra

• Hatshepsut

Who was the most famous pharaoh known for building the Great Pyramid of Giza?

• Cleopatra

• Tutankhamun

• Khufu

• Ramses II

What is the longest river in the world that flows through Egypt?

• Amazon River

• Ganges River

• Nile River

• Mississippi River

What was the main purpose of the Nile River for the ancient Egyptians?

• Military defense and security

• Communication and trade

• Agriculture, transportation, and water source

• Entertainment and leisure

What is the name of the ancient Egyptian writing system using pictures and symbols?

• hieroglyphs

• hieroglyphics

• pictograms

• cuneiform

What does the word 'hieroglyphics' mean in ancient Egyptian language?

• A form of dance performed in ancient Egypt

• A type of ancient currency used in Egypt

• A type of food commonly eaten in ancient Egypt

• System of writing using pictures or symbols

What was the main religion followed by the ancient Egyptians?

• Polytheism

• Monotheism

• Atheism

• Hinduism

What were the main duties of the priests in ancient Egyptian religion?

• Hunting for food

• Building pyramids

• Performing rituals, maintaining temples, and conducting religious ceremonies

• Trading with other civilizations

What were the main occupations of the people in ancient Egypt?

• Mining, hunting, and pottery making

• Farming, fishing, and trading

• Construction, weaving, and shipbuilding

• Writing, sculpture, and metalworking

What were the main crops grown by the ancient Egyptians for their daily sustenance?

• wheat and barley

• oats and rye

• potatoes and carrots

• corn and rice