Exploring Ancient Egypt Quiz

The first woman pharaoh was named ________. 

• Tut

• Hatshepsut

• Tigris 

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

• To serve as a place of worship

• To act as tombs for pharaohs

• To store grain

• To serve as a marketplace

Which of the following materials was commonly used by ancient Egyptians to make their clothing?

• Wool

• Silk

• Linen

• Cotton

What is the name of the writing system used by ancient Egyptians?

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

• Latin

• Sanskrit

What was the main economic activity in ancient Egypt?

• Mining

• Fishing

• Agriculture

• Manufacturing

Which of the following was a common food in the daily diet of ancient Egyptians?

• Rice

• Bread

• Potatoes

• Pasta

What is the name of a series of rulers from the same family?

• pharaoh

• vizier

• dynasty

• scribe

What was the Rosetta Stone used for?

• To build pyramids

• To decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics

• To record laws

• To trade goods

Which pharaoh was known for his extensive building projects, including the temples at Abu Simbel?

• Akhenaten

• Ramsses II

• Thutmose III

• Hatshepsut

What was the primary purpose of the Nile River for ancient Egyptians?

• A source of gold

• A barrier against invaders

• A means of transportation and irrigation

• A place for religious ceremonies