I WONDER - What Are Hieroglyphs?

Egyptian hieroglyphs were a writing system used by the Ancient Egyptians on various surfaces like papyrus, stone, metal, and temple walls. Each hieroglyph could represent a word, sound, or concept, and they were combined to form sentences.

What was the primary purpose of Egyptian hieroglyphs?

• To create art

• To communicate through writing

• To decorate tombs

• To perform rituals

On which of the following surfaces were hieroglyphs NOT typically written?

• Papyrus

• Wood

• Stone

• Metal

Which of these materials was commonly used for writing hieroglyphs?

• Glass

• Papyrus

• Fabric

• Plastic

What does each hieroglyph represent?

• A shape

• A word, sound, or concept

• A number

• A color

How can hieroglyphs be used to form sentences?

• By combining them

• By using them as symbols

• By drawing them in a circle

• By arranging them randomly