Ötzi the Iceman
What natural process preserved Ötzi’s body for thousands of years?
Freezing in ice
What is the name of the river that was essential to life in Ancient Egypt?
The Nile River
What title was given to the rulers of Ancient Egypt?
Pharaoh
Name one of the main dynasties that ruled Ancient China.
Shang, Zhou, Qin, or Han
Which ocean is the largest?
Pacific Ocean
What is the name of the ship that sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg
Titanic
What was Ötzi wearing on his feet when he was found?
Shoes made of grass, leather, and bearskin
What is the name of the writing system used by the Ancient Egyptians?
Hieroglyphics
What is the name of the Ancient Egyptian sun god? (Before Akhenaten)
Ra
What was the purpose of the Great Wall of China?
To protect China from northern invaders like the Mongols
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
Which empire was ruled by Julius Caesar?
Roman Empire
What material was Ötzi’s axe made of, and why was this significant?
Copper; it showed advanced metalworking for the time period.
Which structure was built as a tomb for pharaohs and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?
The Great Pyramid of Giza
What was the purpose of canopic jars in Ancient Egyptian burials?
To store the internal organs of the deceased
What is the name of the belief system that emphasises respect for elders and family?
Confucianism
Who developed the theory of relativity?
Albert Einstein
In which century did the Black Death occur in Europe?
14th century
What did scientists discover in Ötzi’s stomach that provided clues about his last meal?
Ibex meat, grains, and pollen
Who was the female pharaoh who expanded trade and built magnificent temples during her reign?
Hatshepsut
What were the names of the two kingdoms that united to form Ancient Egypt?
Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt
What system of strict laws and harsh punishments was used by the Qin?
Legalism
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci
In which year did World War I begin?
1914
What year was Ötzi the Iceman discovered?
1991
What is the name of the sacred text that guided Ancient Egyptians through the afterlife?
The Book of the Dead
Who was the god of the underworld in Egyptian mythology?
Osiris
What material did the Chinese use to make paper?
Mulberry bark, hemp, and later rags and plant fibers
Who is the current monarch of the United Kingdom?
King Charles III
What empire was ruled by Genghis Khan?
Mongol Empire