Ancient Egypt: 15 MCQs with answers

The Nile

The River Nile flows through the whole of Egypt and its annual flooding left fertile mud, which made farming and settlement possible.

A thick layer of mud

When the floodwater moved back, it left behind a thick layer of mud which made the surrounding lands very fertile.

To own all land, make laws, and receive taxes

The pharaoh owned all the land, made the laws, and received taxes from the people.

His tomb contained many treasures

Tutankhamun was not a very important pharaoh, but we remember him because his tomb contained many treasures.

Wheat

Farmers grew cereals such as wheat and barley. Onions, melons, and grapes are vegetables and fruits, not cereals.

Reeds

The text states that early merchant boats were made of reeds, while later boats were built from wood.

Mediterranean Sea

The text says that to the north of Egypt is the Mediterranean Sea, and to the east is the Red Sea.

False

The River Nile flows north for 7000 kilometres through several African countries, including the whole of Egypt.

True

The text states that the pharaohs were the kings or queens of Ancient Egypt.

King Narmer

According to the timeline, King Narmer united the two kingdoms of Egypt in 3100 BCE.

Over 170

The text states that over 170 pharaohs ruled Egypt, belonging to 30 different dynasties.

A shaduf

The text mentions that farmers used a shaduf to lift water from the channels onto the fields.

Part of their produce, especially grain

The text states that farmers had to give part of their produce, especially grain, to the government as tax.

Wood for buildings and furniture

The Egyptians imported metals, wood for buildings and furniture, gem stones, incense, myrrh, and oils. Grain, papyrus, and pottery were exports.

Old Kingdom

The timeline lists the Old Kingdom (2570-2130 BCE) before the Middle Kingdom (1940-1600 BCE) and the New Kingdom (1540-1070 BCE).