Answers2025-2026_MDCPS_2109010-MJ World History Sem 1-CRUnit Test

Egypt's Old and Middle Kingdoms Answers

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Why did some pharaohs marry family members?

A
to prevent conflict
B
to ensure family harmony
C
to keep their bloodline “pure”
D
to ensure that the dynasty continued
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What occurred during the Middle Kingdom?

A
the construction of pyramids
B
the introduction of a writing system
C
the development of religious beliefs
D
the formation of a strong central government
3

Which development occurred during the golden age of the Middle Kingdom?

A
a change in religious beliefs
B
a rise in pyramid construction
C
an increase in military conquests
D
an explosion of cultural creativity
4

What did King Narmer create as a symbol of a united Egypt?

A
a unified crown
B
a tribute
C
a statue
D
a blended pyramid
5

What contributed to the rise of the Middle Kingdom?

A
successful battles with neighboring kingdoms
B
the rule of weak pharaohs during the Old Kingdom
C
the construction of a canal between the Nile River and the Red Sea
D
the formation of a central government under the Old Kingdom
6

Which statement best explains the pharaoh’s role in the economy?

A
The pharaoh only taxed the wealthy.
B
The pharaoh owned all land and wealth.
C
The pharaoh provided jobs in the kingdom.
D
The pharaoh oversaw all trade with other kingdoms.
7

What was one responsibility of the pharaoh?

A
to make laws
B
to rule the gods
C
to deliver sermons
D
to fight in the military
8

Before the Old Kingdom, which ruler unified Upper and Lower Egypt?

A
King Khufu
B
King Narmer
C
Queen Hatshepsut
D
King Mentuhotep II
9

What was an architectural achievement of the Middle Kingdom?

A
the construction of the Great Sphinx
B
the building of the capital of Memphis
C
the formation of the Pyramids of Giza
D
the canal between the Red Sea and Nile River
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Which natural event led to the decline of the Middle Kingdom?

A
an earthquake
B
a famine
C
a flood
D
a mudslide

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