Daily Life In Ancient Egypt

If you were a kid in Ancient Egypt, your breakfast might have included:

• bread

• fish

• beer

• all of these?!

Would you trust him?!

• Of course, look at that hat.

• Nope, not on your life.

• Maybe... what'll he give me?

What was the primary role of the Nile River in Ancient Egypt?

• A source of gold and precious stones.

• A barrier against invaders.

• A lifeline providing water, food, fertile soil, and transportation.

• A place for religious ceremonies only.

What material was commonly used to build homes in Ancient Egypt?

• Stone blocks

• Wood planks

• Mud bricks

• Marble slabs

While most Egyptian homes would use ______________ to hold ingredients for cooking, wealthier homes could have _____________ items made of metal, ivory, or wood.

• clay pottery ... decorative

• metal bowls ... practical

• ivory dishes ... simple

Should the British give back Egypt's historical artifacts that they have in their British museums?

• Yes

• No

Why did many Ancient Egyptians prefer to shave their heads or wear wigs?

• It was a fashion trend to show wealth.

• To avoid problems with head lice.

• Religious beliefs required it.

• It helped keep them cool in the desert heat.

How did Egyptians exercise their religion? (select all that apply)

• religious festivals

• small altars in their home

• human sacrifice

• feasts

High status jobs included (select all that apply)

• priests

• soldiers

• scribes

• farmers

What was a common beverage included in the breakfast of Ancient Egyptians, and why was it preferred over water?

• Wine, because it was a luxury item.

• Milk, for its nutritional value.

• Beer, because the alcohol killed germs in unsafe water.

• Fruit juice, for its refreshing taste.