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Ancient Egypt Exploration

A Grade 6 social studies worksheet exploring the history, geography, and culture of Ancient Egypt.

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Ancient Egypt Exploration

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. Which river was essential to the survival and prosperity of Ancient Egypt?

a

Tigris River

b

Euphrates River

c

Nile River

d

Amazon River

2. What was the primary purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?

a

Homes for pharaohs

b

Temples for worship

c

Tombs for pharaohs and important people

d

Storage for grain

3. The ancient Egyptians developed a writing system called  .

4. A ruler of Ancient Egypt was known as a  .

5. Describe the importance of the Nile River to the development of Ancient Egyptian civilization.

6. Ancient Egyptians believed in only one god.

T

True

F

False

7. Look at the image below. This structure was built by the Ancient Egyptians. What is it called and what was its purpose?

Egyptian Pyramid Exterior