Basic Ancient Egypt Facts
By what term were the rulers of ancient Egypt known
Pharaohs
What is the name of a small, armored mammal found in the Southern U.S. and South America?
Armadillo
The skin covering the top of the head
Scalp
Member of the lute family mentioned in the lyrics of "Oh Susanna"
banjo
What animal was commonly used for transportation by cowboys and settlers in the Wild West?
horse
What is the name of the pictographic writing system commonly used in ancient Egypt?
Hieroglyphics
What is the simple term for hypertension?
High Blood Pressure
Lumbar refers to this area of the spine
The lower back
Class of instruments to which the flute belongs
woodwind family
Which outlaw duo was famous for robbing banks and trains and became legends of the American West?
Bonnie and Clyde
What river was of vital importance to the ancient Egyptian civilization?
The Nile
What is the highest hand in poker?
Royal Flush
The radius & ulna make up the .....?
forearm
The 2 instruments associated with the Smothers Brothers
guitar and bass
What was the primary purpose of the Pony Express in the Wild West?
mail service
What domesticated animal was considered sacred by ancient Egyptians?
cats
What is the name of the first letter of the Greek alphabet?
Alpha
Where are the hamstrings located
back of the thigh
What is the name of the wooden instrument that is played by blowing air across a hole and is commonly associated with the Scottish Highlands?
bagpipes
Which iconic cowboy actor starred in films like "Stagecoach" and was known for his roles in Western movies?
John Wayne
Archaeologist Howard Carter and his team discovered the tomb of which pharaoh in 1922?
King Tut
What comic strip features the characters Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and Archie Andrews?
Archie
What is the name of the membrane that surrounds the heart?
pericardium
Which instrument is played by blowing air through a mouthpiece and has a long, coiled tube, usually made of brass?
French horn
What was the name of the notorious movie outlaw who was known for robbing trains and became a legendary figure of the Wild West?
Butch Cassidy