History Ch.4 Section 4 Quiz Review

For what were hieroglyphs used?

• engineering

• farming

• stargazing

• writing

What was papyrus?

• a person trained to do bookkeeping

• a picture representing an object or idea

• a sheet of material used for writing

• a tool used to inscribe symbols in stone

Mummification helped ancient Egyptians learn about which of the following disciplines?

• anatomy

• astronomy

• engineering

• mathematics

Skill in which subject enabled the Egyptians to build pyramids and other monuments?

• archaeology

• geography

• geometry

• medicine

Which technique did ancient Egyptian artists use?

• They depicted as much of the human figure as possible.

• They used abstract shapes and geometric patterns.

• They were impressionistic and mysterious.

• They tried to show people, animals, and places realistically.

What did the ancient Greeks adopt from Egyptian architects?

• the concept of zero

• the decimal system

• the golden ratio

• the use of hieroglyphs

Why did scribes gain importance and power in Egyptian society?

• They were the best architects
• They were the only ones who could read and write
• They were skilled in agriculture
• They were excellent warriors

How did Egyptians apply skills in science and math to advance their civilization?

• By ignoring science and math completely
• By relying solely on trial and error
• By outsourcing all scientific and mathematical tasks to other civilizations
• By using their knowledge to build impressive structures, develop a calendar, and create advanced irrigation systems.

What was reading and writing used for in ancient Egypt?

• Sculpting and painting
• Trade, record-keeping, religious practice, and the writing of histories and stories.

• Cooking and farming
• Building and construction

What material were the sails of Egyptian ships traditionally made from?

• Papyrus

• Linen

• Leather

• Silk