Exploring Ancient Egypt

What defines an ancient civilization?

• A society with a continuous history

• A society in the modern era

• A society from a long time ago with a significant rise and fall

• A society with advanced technology

Why was the Nile River crucial for Ancient Egypt?

• It provided a means for transportation and trade

• It was a source of gold

• It was worshipped as a god

• It protected them from invaders

What was the Old Kingdom known for?

• The construction of the Sphinx

• The invention of papyrus

• The unification under a single pharaoh

• The age of pyramids

Which crop was crucial for making paper in Ancient Egypt?

• Wheat

• Papyrus

• Barley

• Cotton

What type of houses did Egyptian nobles live in?

• Stone palaces

• Tents along the Nile River

• Large houses with up to 30 rooms

• Small mud houses

What was a major reason for the decline of Ancient Egypt?

• Invasions and natural disasters

• Economic prosperity

• Overpopulation

• A shift to monotheism

How did children in Ancient Egypt dress?

• They wore the same clothes as adults

• Children went naked until about five or six

• In elaborate costumes

• In simple linen garments

Who was considered the god of knowledge in Ancient Egypt?

• Horus

• Osiris

• Isis

• Thoth

What was the primary purpose of the pyramids?

• To store grain

• To act as temples for worship

• To serve as palaces for the pharaohs

• As burial places for pharaohs

What was the significance of hieroglyphics?

• It was a game played by children

• It was an ancient language using symbols

• It was a form of art

• It was the currency used