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Ancient Egypt Exploration

Explore the fascinating history of Ancient Egypt with this worksheet designed for third graders. Learn about pharaohs, pyramids, and the Nile River.

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SS.3.A.2.2SS.3.C.1.1Ancient EgyptHistoryGrade 3Social Studies
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Ancient Egypt Exploration

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use what you've learned about Ancient Egypt to complete the activities.

1. The long river that flows through Egypt is called the  .

2. Ancient Egyptians built large triangular structures called  .

3. The kings and queens of Ancient Egypt were called  .

4. Ancient Egyptians wrote using pictures called  .

1. What was the main purpose of the pyramids?

a

To store food

b

Tombs for pharaohs

c

Houses for workers

d

Places to play games

2. Which animal was considered sacred in Ancient Egypt?

a

Dog

b

Cat

c

Bird

d

Cow

1. The Nile River helped Ancient Egyptians grow food.

T

True

F

False

2. Pharaohs were ordinary people in Ancient Egypt.

T

True

F

False

1. Look at the image of the pyramid. What do you think is inside?

Egyptian Pyramid Exterior

2. What important job did a pharaoh have in Ancient Egypt?

Pharaoh

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

mummies
Nile
desert
sarcophagus

1. Ancient Egypt was mostly a hot, dry  .

2. They preserved bodies as  .

3. A   is a stone coffin.

4. The   River was vital for farming.