Inventions and Technology in Ancient Egypt

What was one of the most important technological advancements made by the Ancient Egyptians?

• Writing

• The Wheel

• Chariots

• Gunpowder

Which material did the Ancient Egyptians use to build larger ships?

• Cedar wood

• Papyrus reeds

• Oak wood

• Bamboo

What was the purpose of kohl makeup in Ancient Egypt?

• To protect the skin from the sun

• To enhance beauty

• To signify social status

• To ward off evil spirits

How did the Ancient Egyptians write the number 30?

• Three 10's (101010)

• Thirty 1's (111111111111111111111111111111)

• A single symbol for 30

• Three 1's followed by a 0 (1110)

What was the Shadoof used for in Ancient Egypt?

• Irrigation

• Building pyramids

• Mummification

• Shipbuilding

The Ancient Egyptian year was the same as the calendar we use today.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Shemu is the Ancient Egyptian name for the harvest.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The start of the year was the same time that the yearly flooding of the Nile River happened.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A sundial tells how hot the temperature is.

• TRUE

• FALSE

An obelisk is a scary kind of creature from the Ancient Egyptian times.

• TRUE

• FALSE