The Mystery of the Sphinx

The video explores theories about the Sphinx's origins, suggesting it may predate known human records. Evidence of water weathering on the Sphinx, despite its location in the Sahara Desert, supports the idea that it dates back to a time with a wetter climate, possibly the end of the last ice age around 10,000 BC. The conclusion is that the Sphinx is a ruin from pre-dynastic Egypt.

What do some archaeologists believe about the age of the Sphinx?

• It was built during the Roman Empire.

• It is older than any known human records.

• It was constructed in the 18th century.

• It was created during the Middle Ages.

What unusual evidence is found on the Sphinx?

• Signs of water weathering

• Marks of modern machinery

• Traces of volcanic ash

• Fossils of marine life

Why is the evidence of water weathering on the Sphinx surprising?

• The Sahara Desert has been dry for thousands of years.

• The Sphinx is made of waterproof materials.

• The Sphinx is located near a large river.

• The Sphinx is located in a rainforest.

To which period do some researchers now believe the Sphinx dates back?

• The Roman Empire

• The 18th century

• The Middle Ages

• The end of the last ice age

What is the suggested origin of the Sphinx according to the conclusion?

• A modern reconstruction

• A ruin from pre-dynastic Egypt

• A medieval sculpture

• A Roman monument