Ancient Egypt Achievements

an ancient writing paper

• perfume

• papyrus

• hieroglyphics

• stone

True or False: The Egyptians built boats from papyrus reeds

• True

• False

How did the Nile River help the ancient Egyptians develop the calendar?

• They measured the sunshine on the water to determine the length of a day.

• They floated sundials down the Nile River.

• They measured a day by the speed of the Nile River waters.

• They measured a year by the rise and flood of the Nile.

Ancient Egyptians created irrigation systems to adapt to their environment. The system helped them -

• build better pyramids

• move water inland for farming

• fish in the rivers and seas

• construct taller obelisks

What is one invention from ancient Egypt that we still use today?

• 365-day calendar

• Kite

• Light bulb

• Fireworks

The original Rosetta Stone allowed people to

• learn foreign languages

• learn to speak their own language

• Read hieroglyphics

• Learn Ancient Egyptian history

What was the main reason the Ancient Egyptian civilization was successful?

• The Great Pyramids

• The Pharoahs

• The Nile River

• The Sand

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

• Tombs for pharaohs

• Temples for worship

• Palaces for rulers

• Fortresses for defense

Which of the following was a significant contribution of ancient Egypt to writing?

• The invention of the alphabet

• The development of hieroglyphics

• The creation of the printing press

• The use of parchment

What was the role of the Nile River in ancient Egyptian agriculture?

• It provided a natural barrier against invaders

• It was a source of fish and seafood

• It flooded annually, enriching the soil

• It was used for recreational activities