Mummification/Afterlife
True of False
Ancient Egyptians believed that poor people would continue to suffer in the afterlife because of their lower status.
False.
This is because they believed that if someone died, they would have all of the best things in the world, and that the poor would be wealthier after death.
Multiple choice
How long ago were the three pyramids of Giza built?
A. 4,000 years ago
B. 4,500 years ago
C. 5,500 years ago
D. 5,000 years ago
B. 4,500 years ago.
True or false
Men and women had equal and social status in Egypt
False.
this is because women and men had equal legal status, but they did not have the same social status.
The homeland of the Persian Empire is in what modern day country?
Iran
Short answer
What did the people store inside jars when people died during mummification?
lungs, liver, intestines, and stomach. (basically organs)
Multiple Choice
Where do Egyptians go to worship their gods?
A. Pyramid
B. They would have a sculpture of their god in their homes
C. Temples
C. Temples.
Multiple Choice
Was everyone in Egypt mummified?
A. Yes, everyone was mummified. It didn't matter if they were rich or not.
B. Only powerful and wealthy people were allowed to get mummified.
C. Everyone wanted to be mummified because of how good they thought the afterlife was but not everyone was
Definition
what is a governor of a province in Persia called?
satrap
Multiple Answers
What did ancient Egyptians believe was necessary to enter the afterlife upon death?
A. A person must be judged by forty-two gods.
B. A person must be free of sin and not commit crimes.
C. A person should pray daily in the temple sanctuary.
D. A person should have a good heart.
A. A person must be judged by forty-two gods.
B. A person must be free of sin and not commit crimes.
D. A person should have a good heart.
Multiple Answers.
Why did the ancient Egyptians build the massive pyramids at Giza for the pharaohs?
A. The pyramids had to include many goods for use in the afterlife.
B. The pyramids would protect the royal family on their journey to the afterworld.
C. Each pyramid had to be large enough to hold the mummies of everyone in the royal family.
D. They believed the pharaohs should be honored as gods.
A. The pyramids had to include many goods for use in the afterlife.
B. The pyramids would protect the royal family on their journey to the afterworld.
D. They believed the pharaohs should be honored as gods.
Multiple Answers
What did ancient Egyptians believe life was like after death?
A. They would need everyday items with them in the afterlife.
B. The afterlife would be better than life on earth
C. The pharaoh would fight against evil in the afterworld to protect the kingdom.
D. The afterworld would still be challenging and, at times, unkind to people.
A. People would need everyday items with them in the afterlife.
B. The afterlife would be better than life on Earth.
C. The pharaoh would fight against evil in the afterworld to protect the kingdom.
What was unique about how the founder of the Persian Empire treated conquered people?
After he defeated his opponents, he would let them keep their religion
Short answer.
Why did many people in Egypt want to be mummified?
The Egyptians wanted to be put in nice tombs because they thought getting put in a tomb would lead them to the afterworld/afterlife.
Fill in the blank
Compared to the diet of high officials, the diet of ordinary Egyptians was much less____
nutritious
Short answer.
Why did Egyptians design their temples?
They believed that gods and goddesses lived there.
Short answer
How did the Royal Road help the Persian Empire?
The road was for merchants so they were able to promote business and trades throughout the empire and it also connected the empires
Long/short answer
What did the Egyptians want in their tombs to take with them in the afterlife?
Everyday things such as beds and chairs. They would also want jewelry, makeup, and lots of food and drinks.
Short answer
What caused many Egyptian laborers to suffer spinal injuries?
They carried heavy loads and they worked hard at young ages.
Short answer
What did the Book of the Dead include?
spells and prayers to help the dead people enter the afterlife.
Short answer
What were common features of ancient Egyptian homes?
furniture made from brick, stone, and wood. They also had dirt floors.