Pyramids of Giza

The Pyramids of Giza, located in Egypt near the River Nile, were built for King Khufu. The Great Pyramid stands 147 meters tall with a base measuring 230 meters. It consists of approximately 2,300,000 limestone blocks, each weighing about 2.5 tons. The proximity to the Nile allowed for easy transportation of these stones by boat. Inside, the pyramid houses burial chambers, including King Khufu's chamber made of granite. The roof of this chamber features nine granite slabs, each weighing 50 tons. Notably, one slab contains hieroglyphs mentioning King Khufu's name, the only place on the pyramid where his name appears.

What is the height of the Great Pyramid built for King Khufu?

• 100 meters

• 230 meters

• 147 meters

• 200 meters

Approximately how many limestone blocks were used to construct the Great Pyramid?

• 500,000

• 1,000,000

• 3,000,000

• 2,300,000

Why were the pyramids built near the River Nile?

• For aesthetic reasons

• To transport stones by boat

• To avoid flooding

• For religious purposes

What material was used for King Khufu's burial chamber?

• Limestone

• Marble

• Granite

• Sandstone

Where is King Khufu's name found on the pyramid?

• On the entrance

• On a roof stone inside the burial chamber

• On the base of the pyramid

• On the outer walls