Geography and Early Egypt Lesson Quiz

Along which river did the Egyptian civilization develop?

• The Nile

• The Tigris

• The Jordan

• The Euphrates

How did Egypt's location affect the development of its civilization?

• Because it was near other cultures, it adopted the beliefs of other religions.

• Because it was close to other powerful empires, it was constantly conquered.

• Because it was shielded by deserts, it was protected from invasions.

• Because it was along a major river, it was destroyed many times by massive flooding.

Where was the first capital of a united Egypt?

• Nekhen

• Pe

• Memphis

• Sumer

The Pharaohs of Egypt passed the right to rule to their descendants, creating (a)   that lasted many generations.

Who do some think was the first pharaoh of Egypt?

• Tutankhamun

• Menes

• Khufu

• Cleopatra

Why did the pharaohs of the First Dynasty wear a double crown?

How did Menes bring Upper and Lower Egypt together under one kingdom? Remember to use your vocabulary (Dynasty, Pharaoh, Double-Crown etc.)