C3/S4-Egyptian Pyramids

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When did pharaohs begin construction of their pyramid?

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As soon as they became ruler

Front

How did the Egyptians know when the Nile would flood each year?

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Watched for the bright Sirius star to first appear above the horizon

Front

First season of the Egyptian year, when the Nile flooded?

Back

Akhet

Front

Second season of the Egyptian year, when they planted their crops?

Back

Peret

Front

Final season of the Egyptian year, when they harvested their crops?

Back

Shemu

Front

The Great Pyramid was built to honor _____.

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Khufu

Front

Who was son of Khufu?

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Khafre

Front

Who was the son of Khafre?

Back

Menkaure

Front

How tall was the Great Pyramid?

Back

481 feet

Front

How long did it take to build the Great Pyramid?

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23 years