Ancient Egypt

What was the primary writing system used by ancient Egyptians?

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

• Latin

• Pictograms

Which river was the lifeline of ancient Egyptian civilization?

• Amazon River

• Nile River

• Tigris River

• Mississippi River

What type of government was most common in ancient Egypt?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Theocracy

• Monarchy

Who was the famous female pharaoh?

• Cleopatra

• Nefertiti

• Hatshepsut

• Sobekneferu

What was the purpose of the pyramids?

• To serve as palaces

• To serve as temples

• To serve as tombs

• To serve as storage for grain

What was the name of the ancient Egyptian sun god?

• Ra

• Horus

• Anubis

• Set

What is the term for the ancient Egyptian writing surface made from reeds?

• Papyrus

• Vellum

• Parchment

• Canvas

Which of the following was a major contribution of the Nile River to the ancient Egyptians?

• It provided a trade route to China.

• It was a source of gold and silver.

• It offered fertile land for agriculture.

• It was a natural barrier against invaders.

Which best describes the route of the Nile River?

• It starts from north in the Mediterranean Sea and travels south

• It begins in Egypt and flows east into East Egypt

• It begins in East Africa and flows north into Egypt

• It flows through the Nubian Desert and into the Red Sea

Which is correct about the Nile River?

• It is the largest river

• it is the deepest river

• It is the longest river

• It is the widest river