Evaluating Scientific Explanations

Question 1

Read "Who Built the Pyramids?”. Leave this link open while you answer the questions throughout the assignment.Give at least two reasons why some people claim the Pyramids of Giza were constructed by aliens.

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Some people claim that aliens built the pyramids because they believe the ancient Egyptians were too primitive to create such complex structures. They also argue that no blueprints for the pyramids have ever been found and that moving the massive two-ton stones would have required advanced technology that the Egyptians did not possess.

Question 2

Those who support the alien theory believe that the ancient Egyptians were very primitive. What evidence about the ancient Egyptians suggests that claim is inaccurate? Check all that apply.They built the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.They invented an early version of the wheel.They had a well-developed agricultural system.They raised domesticated animals.They developed a writing system.They used early forms of tools.

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C: They had a well-developed agricultural system.; D: They raised domesticated animals.; E: They developed a writing system.; F: They used early forms of tools.

Question 3

Although no blueprints of the pyramids have been found, what evidence suggests humans, not aliens, built the pyramids?

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B: an ancient rock quarry

Question 4

What evidence contradicts the theory that moving two-ton stones was physically impossible for the Egyptians, and must have been done using alien technology?

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Archaeological evidence, such as the remains of quarries and ancient tools, shows that the Egyptians were capable of building the pyramids themselves. Evidence suggests they moved large stone slabs by placing them on sleds and pulling them across paths lubricated with oil or water to reduce friction. This specific process is depicted in tomb paintings dating back to approximately 1900 BCE.

Question 5

What claims are made by the transporting company? Check all that apply.

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A: The transport is maintained at –18°C.; B: –18°C maintains the quality of ice cream.; E: They maintain ice cream crystal size at 15 µm.

Question 6

You found several studies related to the service provided by the company. Which data will you use to make an informed decision? Check all that apply.

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B: data verified by other studies; C: data provided by an ice cream manufacturer; E: data from a report put out by a government agency

Question 7

Sample Response: Those who support the alien theory believe that the ancient Egyptians were very primitive. They argue that no blueprints of the pyramids have been found and that moving two-ton stones would have required alien technology. What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.Those who support the alien theory believe that the ancient Egyptians were very primitive.The alien theory argues that no blueprints of the pyramids have been found.The alien theory argues that moving

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Question 8

Sample Response: Archaeological evidence shows that Egyptians worked together to build the pyramids. Remains of quarries and ancient tools suggest that large slabs were created from rock beds. The slabs were placed on sleds and pulled to the building site. To make this process easier, men most likely poured oil on the roadway. This process is depicted in tomb paintings that date back to 1900 BCE. What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.Egyptians worked together to build the p

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