Prepare to Teach - Ancient Egypt

What were the Egyptian pyramids used for?

• Palaces

• Tombs

• Fortresses

• Temples

Who built the Great Pyramid of Giza?

• Ramses II

• Khufu

• Tutankhamun

• Djoser

What is the name of the first pyramid ever built in Egypt?

• Red

• Bent

• Step

• Great

What material was mainly used to build the pyramids?

• Sandstone blocks
• Marble blocks
• Limestone blocks
• Concrete blocks

How did ancient Egyptians move the large stones to build the pyramids?

• Wooden sledges, ramps, and manpower were used to move the large stones to build the pyramids.
• Teleportation devices
• Magic spells
• Aliens using advanced technology

What is a "schist" and why was it used in some pyramids?

• A type of pottery

• A type of decoration

• A type of rock used in some pyramid construction

• A type of plant used in pyramid gardens

What is the difference between a step pyramid and a true pyramid?

• Step pyramids have a smooth surface, while true pyramids have steps

• True pyramids have a smooth surface, while step pyramids have layers

• Step pyramids were built first, then true pyramids were built later

• There is no difference between them

How did the ancient Egyptians align the pyramids with the stars or cardinal points?

• Water levels and shadows

• Star observations and measurements

• Compass readings and maps

• Sun dials and calendars

What were the Pyramid Texts?

• Books about pyramid construction

• Ancient Egyptian religious writings

• Maps of pyramid locations

• Recipes for pyramid building materials

What happened to the pyramids over time?

• They were covered in gold

• They were used as observatories

• They faced erosion and damage

• They were relocated to other countries