History
This boy king’s tomb was discovered in 1922, sparking global fascination.
Tutankhamun
What long-necked animal is commonly found in Egypt’s deserts and helps with transport?
The Camel
What 1963 movie starred Elizabeth Taylor as a famous Egyptian queen?
Cleopatra
What desert covers most of Egypt and is part of the larger Sahara Desert?
the Western Desert
What is this holy month called where Muslims in Egypt fast from sunrise to sunset?
What was the traditional burial text placed in tombs to guide the dead through the afterlife?
The Book of the Dead
What sacred beetle was associated with the sun god Ra and symbolized rebirth in ancient Egyptian religion?
The Scarab
What 1999 adventure film starred Brendan Fraser and featured mummies and ancient curses?
The Mummy
What famous body of water connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea?
the Suez Canal
What stringed instrument, similar to a harp, was common in ancient Egyptian music?
A Lyre
What female pharaoh ruled Egypt and is known for her powerful reign and temple at Deir el-Bahari?
Hatshepsut
What large bird, symbolizing rebirth and sun, and was revered in ancient Egyptian mythology?
The ibis or the Phoenix
In the animated movie Prince of Egypt, who sings “All I ever wanted?"
Moses
What triangular region in northern Egypt is formed by the Nile River splitting into several branches before reaching the Mediterranean?
the Nile Delta
This type of market, common in Cairo, is known for its spices, textiles, and souvenirs.
Bazaar
What is the name of the ancient writing system of Egypt, often found on monuments and papyrus
hieroglyphics
What animal was often used in ancient warfare and by royalty, and are native to Asia but were imported into Egypt for ceremonial use.
The Elephant
What Egyptian-American actor portrayed Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody and also played the Pharaoh in Night at the Museum?
Rami Malek
What body of water lies between Egypt and Saudi Arabia and is known for its coral reefs?
The Red Sea
What is the name of the long traditional robe, worn by men in rural Egypt, both functional and culturally symbolic.
A Galabeya (or galabiya)
This pharaoh, known as “The Great,” ruled for 66 years and is believed to be the inspiration behind many temple monuments, including Abu Simbel.
Ramses II
The Egyptians worshipped cats and associated them with what goddess?
the Goddess Bastet (or Bast)
In the film Death on the Nile, based on Agatha Christie’s novel, the murder takes place aboard what type of boat?
A River steamer (or Nile steamer)
What oasis, home to the ancient Oracle of Amun, lies west of the Nile near Libya?
The Siwa Oasis
What traditional Egyptian dish, often served during feasts, features stuffed grape leaves, rice, and sometimes meat?
Mahshi