Agriculture's Role in Ancient Egypt

What was one of the main reasons early Egyptian civilization relied on agriculture?

• To build large pyramids

• To support irrigation projects

• To develop writing systems

• To create art and sculptures

Who was responsible for overseeing the central government, including the ministry of agriculture, during the time of the pharaohs?

• The Pharaoh

• The Vizier

• The Scribe

• The Priest

What was the Canal of the Pharaohs eventually expanded into?

• The Red Sea

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The Suez Canal

• The Nile River

How did the surplus of crops affect the Egyptian economy?

• It led to the decline of trade

• It allowed specialization and trade

• It caused food shortages

• It reduced the need for irrigation

What was one of the main jobs of the government during the time of the pharaohs?

• Managing agriculture

• Building temples

• Writing laws

• Conducting religious ceremonies

What did the Egyptians create to grow crops near the Nile River?

• Pyramids

• Basins

• Temples

• Roads

What was the economic system called where the government controlled the economy in ancient Egypt?

• Free market economy

• Mixed economy

• Command economy

• Traditional economy

Why did other civilizations rely on Egypt for food and goods?

• Egypt had more advanced technology

• Egypt had a surplus of crops

• Egypt had a larger population

• Egypt had more land