Rock Like an Egyptian – How and Why the Pyramids Were Built

What did the ancient Egyptians believe about death?

• It was the end of their existence.

• It was the beginning of a journey to another world.

• It was a punishment for wrongdoing.

• It was similar to sleeping.

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What shape were the pyramids, and what did it symbolize?

• Square, for stability

• Circle, for eternity

• Triangle, for new life

• Rectangle, for strength

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Why did the Egyptians build the pharaoh's tomb to face the west?

• Because it was cooler in the west

• Because that is where the sun sets

• Because it was easier to build that way

• Because it was a tradition from another culture

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How tall is the Great Pyramid of Khufu at Giza?

• 200 feet

• 600 feet

• 481.4 feet

• 1000 feet

What materials were used to build the pyramids?

• Wood and straw

• Limestone and granite

• Steel and glass

• Mud and clay

How did the Egyptians transport large rocks to the pyramid site?

• By using animals to carry them

• By using boats on the Nile

• By using wooden sleds and tracks

• By using magic spells

How many limestone blocks were used to build the Great Pyramid?

• About one million

• About two million

• About three million

• About four million

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What tool did Egyptians use to shape and smooth the pyramid stones?

• Copper chisels and drills

• Iron hammers

• Diamond saws

• Stone axes

Why was pyramid building considered dangerous work?

• Because of the hot weather

• Because of wild animals

• Because it took 20 years and 20,000 workers

• Because of the lack of food

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How many pyramids are known to exist in Egypt today?

• Over 50

• Over 100

• Over 200

• Over 500