Geography
Africa
In Ancient Egypt, what was the name of the season characterized by flooding (inundation)?
Shait season
What is the term for the Ancient Egyptian belief in many gods who control different aspects of life?
Polytheism
In Ancient Egypt's social structure, who was at the top of the pyramid?
The pharaoh
What is the symbol of life in Ancient Egyptian culture?
The Ankh
In which direction is Lower Egypt located in relation to Upper Egypt, based on the flow of the Nile River?
North
What tool was used to raise water to canals for irrigation in Ancient Egypt?
What did the Egyptians create by pressing dried reeds together, used for writing and other purposes?
Papyrus
Name one of the three types of government officials directly under the pharaoh.
Vizier, chief treasurer, or general of the armies
Which mythical creature, with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, symbolized hidden secrets and mystery?
The Sphinx
Name one of the deserts that provided natural protection against invaders in Ancient Egypt.
Eastern Desert, Libyan Desert, or Sahara Desert
Name one of the crops cultivated by the Ancient Egyptians during the Shemu (harvest) season.
Wheat, barley, grapes, dates, or figs
Which famous artifact, inscribed in three languages, helped decode hieroglyphics in 1822?
The Rosetta Stone
What group of individuals in Ancient Egyptian society were the official record keepers?
Scribes
What is the name of the largest pyramid in Egypt, covered in white alabaster?
The Great Pyramid of Giza
What annual natural event deposited fertile silt on the land, creating nutrient-rich soil for farming in Egypt?
The flooding of the Nile River.
What were dikes and dams used for in Ancient Egypt's agriculture?
Controlling flooding or regulating water flow
What term describes the practice of preserving the body for the afterlife, primarily for the wealthy in Ancient Egypt?
Mummification
What was the primary occupation of the lowest social class in Ancient Egypt?
Farming or construction work
What is the name of the stone coffin or container used to hold a coffin in Ancient Egypt?
A sarcophagus
Which god was associated with the Nile River, playing an important role in Ancient Egyptian religious practices?
Hapi
What was one of the common protein sources in the diets of Ancient Egyptians?
Sheep, poultry, oxen, antelope, or fish
Name one of the gods associated with Ancient Egyptian religion, responsible for the afterlife.
Osiris
In the social hierarchy of Ancient Egypt, this group of individuals were responsible for preparing bodies for burial and overseeing the temples.
Priests
Where were the inner organs of the deceased placed during the mummification process in Ancient Egypt?
Canopic jars