Ancient Egypt 101 Quiz

What were the two regions of ancient Egypt called?

• Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt

• North Egypt and South Egypt

• East Egypt and West Egypt

• Old Egypt and New Egypt

How long did the ancient Egyptian civilization last?

• Over 1,000 years

• Over 2,000 years

• Over 3,000 years

• Over 4,000 years

What did ancient Egyptians believe happened to their rulers after they passed away?

• They reincarnated

• They became gods

• They vanished

• They became stars

What was the first dating system in history to feature 365 days in one year?

• Stellar calendar

• Solar calendar

• Seasonal calendar

• Lunar calendar

What was papyrus used for in ancient Egypt?

• Building materials

• Clothing

• Food storage

• Writing and record-keeping