Ancient Egypt

Question 1

This was the most sacred part of Egyptian temples.

Accepted Answer

the sanctuary

Question 2

Why did pharaohs and elites get mummified after death?

Accepted Answer

So the ka would recognize the body

Question 3

Ancient Egyptians believed in _____________ god(s)

Accepted Answer

Multiple

Question 4

Which of the following was NOT a possible benefit of being a soldier in Ancient Egypt's army?

Accepted Answer

Free food for life

Question 5

Pharaohs were responsible for _____________.

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 6

Both men and women in Ancient Egypt wore jewelry.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

What was the name of Ancient Egypt's writing system?

Accepted Answer

Hieroglyphics

Question 8

What is the name of an Ancient Egyptian coffin, usually found well decorated?

Accepted Answer

Sarcophagus

Question 9

What happens to the Nile every year?

Accepted Answer

It floods

Question 10

How were the two kingdoms of Egypt united?

Accepted Answer

Menes invaded Lower Egypt

Question 11

Tales say that Menes showed his powers over both Upper & Lower Egypt by doing what?

Accepted Answer

He wore the crowns of both kingdoms

Question 12

How were many Ancient Egyptian slaves acquired?

Accepted Answer

Prisoners of war

Question 13

Egyptian artwork always depicted major religious events.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 14

What was the title used by the rulers of ancient Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Pharaoh

Question 15

What was the currency used by farmers to pay their taxes?

Accepted Answer

A portion of their crops

Question 16

What is the most fertile area of Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Delta

Question 17

Pharaohs were part of an overall _________________.

Accepted Answer

Dynasty

Question 18

What did the strong agricultural production provide to the Ancient Egyptians?

Accepted Answer

A balanced diet

Question 19

The great pyramids and temples of Egypt show the Ancient Egyptian knack for __________________

Accepted Answer

Engineering & Architecture

Question 20

The New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt was marked by an increase in _________________.

Accepted Answer

Trade

Question 21

Women in Ancient Egypt ____________.

Accepted Answer

had the right to own property, make contracts, & divorce

Question 22

Who paid taxes in Ancient Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Farmers & Peasants

Question 23

This is a term for craftsperson.

Accepted Answer

artisan

Question 24

What was the purpose of a scribe in Ancient Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Keep records and accounts

Question 25

Why were Ancient Egyptian tombs filled with riches and art?

Accepted Answer

Belief in the spirit remaining with the body

Question 26

What was the capital city of the combined kingdoms under Menes?

Accepted Answer

Memphis

Question 27

From whom did most boys learn their future trade?

Accepted Answer

Fathers

Question 28

Why was much of the great Ancient Egyptian artwork created?

Accepted Answer

To fill tombs and temples

Question 29

Who was directly below the pharaoh on Egypt's social pyramid?

Accepted Answer

Nobles

Question 30

What are the largest, most famous tombs of the pharaohs?

Accepted Answer

Pyramids

Question 31

Ancient Egyptians believed in many gods. This means their society was ______________.

Accepted Answer

Polytheistic

Question 32

Why is Ancient Egypt's social structure shaped like a pyramid?

Accepted Answer

The largest portion of the population was at the bottom

Question 33

What was the most common form of paper in Ancient Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Papyrus

Question 34

What is an example of an occupation found in Ancient Egypt's middle class?

Accepted Answer

Scribe

Question 35

Why was the Nile the source of life for Ancient Egyptians?

Accepted Answer

It made the soil optimal for agricultural production

Question 36

How was the Rosetta Stone used?

Accepted Answer

Hieroglyphs to Greek translation

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