RI.4.1 and 4.2 - Egyptian Pyramids

What was the primary purpose of the pyramids in ancient Egypt?

• To serve as a palace for the Pharaoh

• To act as a temple for worship

• To function as a tomb for the Pharaoh

• To be a fortress for defense

How old are the Great Pyramids of Egypt estimated to be?

• 1,000 years old

• 2,000 years old

• 3,000 years old

• 4,000 years old

Who was the most well-known pyramid in Egypt built for?

• Pharaoh Tutankhamun

• Pharaoh Ramses

• Pharaoh Khufu

• Pharaoh Akhenaten

What material were the blocks of the pyramids made from?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Marble

• Sandstone

How much did each stone block used in the pyramids weigh?

• 1 ton

• 2.5 tons

• 5 tons

• 10 tons

What was the original color of the pyramids?

• Black

• Red

• White

• Gold

What did the Ancient Egyptians add inside the pyramids to protect them?

• Guards

• Traps and trick doors

• Moats

• Watchtowers

What is carved on the walls of the pyramids to scare robbers?

• Pictures of gods

• Curses

• Maps

• Stories

What does one pyramid wall say about entering the tomb of a Pharaoh?

• "Beware of the curse"

• "Riches await the brave"

• "Death comes on wings"

• "Enter at your own risk"

What main idea is best supported by the second paragraph?

• a. Egyptian pyramids are thousands of years old.

• Egyptian pyramids were used as a place to bury Pharaohs.

• Building the pyramids was a great task.

• Many Egyptian Pharaohs were buried with jewels, food, and furniture.