Thutmose IV and the Sphinx

Gaber Omar, an Egyptian archaeologist, discovered a wall enclosing the Sphinx and temples, suggesting the Sphinx was protected. A cartouche of Pharaoh Thutmose IV was found, indicating his connection to the site. The Dream Stele recounts Thutmose's dream of the Sphinx promising kingship if uncovered from sand. Thutmose became king, built a wall to protect the Sphinx, and his actions preserved its legacy.

Who is Gaber Omar?

• A famous Egyptian pharaoh

• An Egyptian archaeologist

• A historian from Greece

• A modern-day tourist guide

What was initially thought about the wall discovered by Gaber Omar?

• It was a part of a pyramid

• It was a small modern wall

• It was a part of a tomb

• It was a new temple

What did the discovery of Thutmose IV's cartouche suggest?

• Thutmose IV built the Sphinx

• Thutmose IV was a famous warrior

• Thutmose IV was involved in the Sphinx's history

• Thutmose IV was a priest

What dynasty did Thutmose IV belong to?

• The 21st dynasty

• The 18th dynasty

• The 20th dynasty

• The 19th dynasty

What is depicted on the Dream Stele?

• Thutmose IV's coronation

• Thutmose IV's dream involving the Sphinx

• A map of ancient Egypt

• The construction of the Sphinx

What did the Sphinx promise Thutmose IV in his dream?

• To make him a great warrior

• To make him king

• To reveal hidden treasures

• To give him wealth

What action did Thutmose IV take after his dream?

• He ignored the dream

• He destroyed the Sphinx

• He cleared the sand from the Sphinx

• He built a new pyramid

What was the condition of the Sphinx when Thutmose IV found it?

• Partially buried in sand

• Fully visible

• Completely buried

• Underwater

What did Thutmose IV do to prevent the Sphinx from being buried again?

• He covered it with a tarp

• He moved it to a museum

• He constructed a protective wall

• He built a pyramid around it

What was the impact of Thutmose IV's actions on the Sphinx?

• It was forgotten

• It became a tourist attraction

• It was destroyed

• It was moved to a new location