Quiz on Ancient Egypt

Which two civilizations developed along the Nile River in northeastern Africa?

• Mesopotamia and Greece

• Egypt and Kush

• Rome and Carthage

• Persia and Babylon

What does the word "Kemet" mean?

• Red land

• Black land

• Green land

• White land

What did early Egyptians call their land?

• Mesopotamia

• Kemet

• Kush

• Babylon

What is one reason many of ancient Egypt's structures survived?

• Frequent rainfall

• Hot, dry climate

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic activity

What did the early Egyptians bring forth according to the hymn?

• Gold

• Barley

• Silver

• Iron

What is the head of the Sphinx made of?

• A bird

• A human

• A cat

• A dog

What sea lies to the north of Egypt?

• Red Sea

• Black Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

• Caspian Sea

What crops did Egyptian farmers plant?

• Rice, corn, and soybeans

• Wheat, barley, and flax seeds

• Potatoes, tomatoes, and onions

• Grapes, olives, and figs

What did the Egyptians use to store river water?

• Wells

• Basins

• Tanks

• Ponds

What season did the Nile River typically overflow its banks?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall