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Egyptian Architecture

Quiz by Lisa Berkery

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21 questions
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  • Q1
    Which ancient Egyptian structure is considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?
    The Valley of the Kings
    The Great Pyramid of Giza
    The Colossi of Memnon
    The Temple of Luxor
    30s
  • Q2
    What was the purpose of obelisks in ancient Egyptian architecture?
    To provide housing for priests
    To serve as burial chambers
    To honor gods or pharaohs
    To store grain and food supplies
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of the pylons in ancient Egyptian temple architecture?
    To store sacred artifacts
    To serve as monumental gateways
    To provide housing for priests
    To symbolize the afterlife
    30s
  • Q4
    Which ancient Egyptian architectural feature is characterized by a massive gateway with sloping walls?
    A corbel arch
    An obelisk
    A hypostyle hall
    A propylon
    30s
  • Q5
    Egypt is part of which continent?
    Australia
    Africa
    North America
    Asia
    30s
  • Q6
    Egyptians lived along which river?
    Mississippi
    Des Plaines River
    No Name River
    Nile
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the group of buildings which include pyramids, temples, tombs, and massive walls called?
    Cleopatra's Pyramids
    Great Wall of China
    Stonehenge
    Giza Necropolis
    30s
  • Q8
    Which pyramid is the oldest, largest and known as one of the 7 wonders of the world?
    Pyramid of Menkaure
    Pyramid of King Tut
    Pyramid of Khufu
    Pyramid of Giza
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the Sphinx?
    A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human or animal.
    A species of endangered bird.
    A type of poisonous snake.
    An ancient Egyptian temple.
    30s
  • Q10
    Where is the Great Sphinx of Giza located?
    India
    Egypt
    Mexico
    Greece
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the purpose of the Sphinx in ancient Egyptian architecture?
    To serve as a religious sanctuary.
    To represent wisdom and knowledge.
    To provide a gathering place for communities.
    To guard and protect important structures or tombs.
    30s
  • Q12
    What is the purpose of a pyramid?
    To serve as a recreational facility for ancient rulers.
    To serve as a place of worship for ancient civilizations.
    To store grains and food supplies in ancient civilizations.
    To serve as a monumental tomb for pharaohs and royalty in ancient Egypt.
    To provide shelter for animals in the desert.
    30s
  • Q13
    Where are pyramids most commonly found?
    India.
    Mexico.
    Egypt.
    Greece.
    China.
    30s
  • Q14
    Which pharaoh is credited with building the Great Pyramid of Giza?
    Khufu
    Nefertiti
    Tutankhamun
    Cleopatra
    30s
  • Q15
    What is the approximate height of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
    321 feet (97.8 meters)
    481 feet (146.6 meters)
    761 feet (231.9 meters)
    631 feet (192.3 meters)
    30s

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