What does a hieroglyphic writing system use instead of alphabetic letters?
Achievements of Egyptian Civilizations

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Vong Yang
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
cuneiform shapes
drawings or symbols
a numerical code
papyrus scrolls
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What made the Egyptian lunar calendar difficult to use?
Days were different lengths in different seasons.
Each year had a different number of days.
It was based on a star that appeared every three years.
Only educated Egyptians could understand it
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the ancient Egyptians want to keep the calendar linked to the seasons?
To keep track of the Egyptian holidays.
To make sure the people knew the birthday of the Pharaoh.
To help the people understand the days of the week.
To help farmers plan when to plant and harvest their crops.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the purpose of the pyramids?
to hold rebels as prisoners
to house farmers and their families
to store grain and dried beans
to serve as tombs for pharaohs
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a sculpture?
Statue or other free-standing piece of art made of clay, stone, or other materials.
A writing surface similar to paper.
Symbol that stands for a word.
Structure with triangular sides.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
For what was papyrus used?
building coffins
making clay
ink
making paper
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was the invention of papyrus as a writing material important to Egypt?
Papyrus made wonderful fire starters.
Papyrus was easier to write on and easier to transport.
Papyrus was used as cloths to wrap mummies.
Papyrus was another food option for the Egyptians.
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