Topic 3: Ancient Egypt

Which of the following was NOT an achievement of the Egyptians?

• papyrus
• pyramids
• anatomy
• wheel

What caused the Nile River to flood?

• monsoons brought heavy rains
• hurricanes off the coast of Egypt
• water from melting snow in the mountains
• levees broke opening water to cities

Why was papyrus better for writing than clay?

• it was easier to use and lighter to transport
• documents could easily be destroyed
• it was easier to hide in tombs
• documents could be placed in file cabinets

Why was The Book of the Dead important?

• is a guide to the afterlife for the souls of the dead
• is a list of important citizens and officials who died
• explains the succession of pharaohs.
• tells the story of an Egyptian scribe who killed a pharaoh

How did Egyptian religious beliefs shape their burial practices?

• They believed in worshiping mummies
• They preserved bodies to be recognized in the afterlife
• They preserved bodies to learn about science
• They buried people in the sand with nature

What is a triangle shaped area of land deposited at the mouth of a river?

• cataract
• delta
• peninsula
• plateau

What are the rocky rapids in the Nile River?

• delta
• papyrus
• cataract
• waves

What structure built by Egyptians had triangular sides?

• pharaoh
• hieroglyphic
• pyramid
• papyrus

Who are skilled workers who practice a handicraft such as weaving or pottery?

• slaves
• farmers
• artisans
• peasants

What is the title for ancient kings of Egypt?

• caesar
• papyrus
• pharaoh
• sphinx