Pyramids!✨ Flashcards
What did the Egyptians build for their gods and pharaohs?
The Egyptians built temples for their gods and tombs for their pharaohs.
What were pyramids built as?
Pyramids were built as tombs for pharaohs.
What was there inside the burial chamber?
Inside the burial chamber had items that the pharaoh may want in the afterlife, such as food, water, clothing, valuables and statues of servants.
Who designed the first step pyramid and what did it feature?
An architect named Imhotep designed the first step pyramid, which featured six stone mounts stacked on top of eachother.
What did later architects add to make it a true pyramid?
Later architects made the sides smoother to cre
Write about the 3 great pyramids of Giza
During the old kingdom, three enormous pyramids were built for King Khufu, his son Khafre, and his grandson Menkaure. The largest is the pyramid of Khufu.Nearby was the sphinx, a famous statue who guarded the road to Khafre’s pyramid.
What was special about these pyramids and what do they show?
When built, these were the largest structure on Earth, and they were a great achievement. They show Egyptian’s command of math and advanced building techniques.
What did building pyramids require and what did they do?
Building the pyramids also required thousands of workers. Workers cut and placed the huge stones by hand.
Who do scholars think helped?
Scholars first thought slaves built pyramids, and they now think many of them were farmers.
What did pharaoh after the great age of building do?
Pharaohs who ruled after the great age of building ended carved massive tombs from the cliffs at the edge of the Nile valley.
What do Egypt’s massive tombs and temples show us?
Egypt’s massive tools and temples show that valued monuments to the gods, including pharaoh’s.
