Early Egypt Answers

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In addition to being the leader of Egypt, what role did the pharaoh play?

A
priest
B
healer
C
god
D
vizier
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In the ancient world, why did civilizations flourish around great river valleys?

A
River valleys protected citizens from natural disasters.
B
River valleys provided an ideal environment for agriculture.
C
River valleys sheltered citizens from harsh weather.
D
River valleys contained vast mineral resources.
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How did Egypt’s main crops of papyrus and cereals best contribute to the development of the civilization?

A
They were difficult to grow in this region, so they were in high demand.
B
They were crucial materials needed for creating other products.
C
They had many uses at home and could be traded for other goods.
D
They could not be stored for long periods of time, so they were very valuable.
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The Hyksos, as an invading force, brought advanced bronze weaponry to Egypt at the end of the Middle Kingdom. How did the pharaohs of the New Kingdom adopt this technology to the empire's advantage?

A
They sold the technology to allies to fund construction.
B
They used the technology in conquests to expand the empire.
C
They used the technology to facilitate trade.
D
They traded the technology for goods such as wood and gold.
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How did cataracts in the Nile River make transportation difficult?

A
Cataracts caused parts of the riverbed to dry out.
B
Cataracts contained rocks and boulders that made the river impassable.
C
Cataracts changed the directional flow of the water.
D
Cataracts’ shallow depth and rushing water made the river impassable.
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Old
B
Middle
C
New
D
Great

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