I WONDER - Who Invented Paper?

The video explains how ancient Egyptians made paper from the papyrus plant, which grew by the River Nile. They used this paper to write in hieroglyphics, one of the earliest forms of writing. The preserved papyrus provides valuable insights into Egyptian civilization, as some of these ancient documents still exist in museums today.

What plant did the Egyptians use to make paper?

• Hemp

• Cotton

• Papyrus

• Bamboo

What was the name of the writing system used by the Egyptians?

• Hieroglyphics

• Sanskrit

• Latin

• Cuneiform

Which civilization was among the first to develop reading and writing?

• Romans

• Greeks

• Egyptians

• Chinese

Why is it possible to learn about ancient Egyptians from their writings?

• They wrote in multiple languages

• Some papyrus documents have survived

• Their writings were translated early on

• The papyrus was indestructible

Where can we find preserved papyrus documents today?

• Libraries

• Museums

• Archives

• Private collections