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World History : Ancient Egypt
World History : Ancient Egypt
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1
Why were Egyptian pharaohs different from other powerful rulers?
They had greater influence than other rulers.
They ruled inside of pyramids.
They were believed to be a brave and confident ruler
They were monotheistic as opposed to polytheistic.
2
Who were the most important Egyptian rulers
Nu and Bes
Ra and Horus
Set and Aten
Anubis and Osiris
3
Why did the Egyptians build pyramids?
They were balances where pharaohs lived.
They believed kings ruled forever and needed these tombs.
It was a sculpture that represented the three main gods.
All of these
4
Why did Egyptian pharaohs start building their tombs in the Valley of the Kings underground?
underground tombs were easier to build
for religious reason
it was colder
to prevent theft
5
Which does NOT relate to the Egyptian's belief of the afterlife?
Book of the Dead
pyramids
mummification
pharaohs
6
The Nile River was important to the development of papyrus.
True
False
7
The writing system used by the ancient Egyptians.
papyrus
cuneiform
heiroglyphics
sanskrit
8
Which of the following was an achievement of the ancient Egyptians?
Accurate calendar
Gmail
Medicine
Hieroglyphics
9
After the unification of the Egyptian kingdom, what type of government did they have?
oligarchy
democracy
monarchy
theocracy
10
How often did the Nile flood, leaving rich soil in its wake?
yearly
daily
monthly
weekly
11
Why was the Nile River important to the growth of the Egyptian civilization?
Protein-rich plants were located within the water.
It made it easy for invaders to attack.
The river made the soil fertile.
Egyptians had an abundance of crops due to the river.
12
How does the mummification process reflect the religious beliefs of the Egyptians?
To prevent the soul, or ka, from escaping.
They believed Horus, needed a body to inhabit.
It was meant to preserve the body for the afterlife.
None of these
13
Egyptians were locked into their social classes.
False
True
