The pyramids of Ancient Egypt

What was the main purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?

• To serve as a temple for gods

• To store food and supplies

• To serve as tombs for pharaohs

• To be a place for public meetings

Which river was essential to life in Ancient Egypt?

• The amazon

• The Nile River

• The Ganges

• The Mississippi

Who was the Sphinx meant to guard?

• The gods

• The royal family

• The pyramids and tombs

• The entire city

What type of writing did the Ancient Egyptians use?

• Alphabet letters

• Roman numerals

• Pictographs called hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

Which is the largest and most famous pyramid in Egypt?

• Pyramid of Khafre

• Step Pyramid

• Bent Pyramid

• The Great Pyramid of Giza

Which material was primarily used to build the pyramids?

• Wood

• Granite and limestone

• Bronze

• Marble

How did Ancient Egyptians preserve the bodies of their dead?

• Freezing

• Mummification

• Cremation

• Burying without preservation

What was a pharaoh in Ancient Egypt?

• The ruler or king of Egypt

• A warrior

• A god of the Nile

• A type of priest