Pharaohs Flashcards
What is the title used for the monarchs of ancient Egypt?
Pharaoh
True or False: The Valley of Kings is a burial site for many Egyptian pharaohs.
True
Fill in the blank: The Valley of Kings is located on the west bank of the ______ River.
Nile
Which pharaoh is known for the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza?
Khufu
Multiple Choice: Which of the following pharaohs is known as the ‘Boy King’?
Tutankhamun
What is the primary purpose of the tombs in the Valley of Kings?
To serve as burial sites for pharaohs and protect their belongings for the afterlife.
True or False: The Valley of Kings was used for burials during the Old Kingdom period.
False
Who was the first pharaoh to be buried in the Valley of Kings?
Thutmose I
Fill in the blank: The Valley of Kings is situated near the ancient city of ______.
Thebes
Which pharaoh is famous for his extensive building projects and the Temple of Karnak?
Ramesses II
Multiple Choice: Which dynasty is associated with the majority of burials in the Valley of Kings?
The 18th Dynasty
What significant artifact was found in Tutankhamun’s tomb?
His golden burial mask
True or False: The tombs in the Valley of Kings were often raided by tomb robbers.
True
What was the ancient Egyptian belief regarding the afterlife that influenced burial practices?
They believed in a life after death and the need for proper burial to ensure safe passage.
Fill in the blank: The Valley of Kings contains over ______ tombs.
60
Which pharaoh’s tomb was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter?
Tutankhamun
What is the significance of the tomb inscriptions found in the Valley of Kings?
They provide insights into the beliefs, accomplishments, and daily life of the pharaohs.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following pharaohs was known for uniting Upper and Lower Egypt?
Narmer
True or False: The Valley of Kings is located in modern-day Cairo.
False
What was the architectural style of the tombs in the Valley of Kings?
Rock-cut tombs
Fill in the blank: The last pharaoh to be buried in the Valley of Kings was ______.
Ramesses XI
Which pharaoh is associated with the famous ‘Hatshepsut’s Temple’?
Hatshepsut
What was the primary material used for constructing the tombs in the Valley of Kings?
Limestone
True or False: The Valley of Kings is also known as the Valley of the Kings and Queens.
False
What was the role of the pharaoh in ancient Egyptian society?
The pharaoh was considered a god-king, a political leader, and a religious figure.
