Wonderopolis: 7 Wonders of the Ancient World

What is the only ancient wonder still standing today?

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• The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

• The Great Pyramid of Giza

• The Statue of Zeus at Olympia

• The Colossus of Rhodes

Which ancient wonder was known for its massive size and was the tallest building in the world for over 4,000 years?

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• The Lighthouse of Alexandria

• The Temple of Artemis

• The Great Pyramid of Giza

• The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

In which country can you find the Great Pyramid of Giza? Hint: We are currently studying this region of the world.

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• Greece

• Egypt

• Italy

• Iraq

Why might the Great Pyramid of Giza be considered an impressive architectural feat?

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• It was built using modern machinery like bulldozers.

• It was constructed without today's machines or tools.

• It was the first building to use steel.

• It was built underwater.

Which ancient wonder was supposedly built by a Babylonian king around 600 BCE?

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• The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

• The Statue of Zeus at Olympia

• The Colossus of Rhodes

• The Lighthouse of Alexandria

What is another name for the Great Pyramid of Giza?

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• The Pyramid of Khufu

• The Pyramid of Ramses

• The Pyramid of Tutankhamun

• The Pyramid of Cleopatra

What do all of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World have in common?

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• They were all dedicated to Egyptian gods or goddesses.

• They were all located in Europe.

• They were constructed in ancient times.

• They were all made of gold.

Which of the following is NOT one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?

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• The Great Wall of China

• The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

• The Statue of Zeus at Olympia

• The Temple of Artemis

What was the primary purpose of the Great Pyramid of Giza?

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• A place of worship

• A royal tomb

• A military fortress

• A marketplace

Who built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?

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• Alexander the Great
• Nebuchadnezzar II
• Julius Caesar
• Cleopatra