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Eygypt Map
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| civilization in North Africa that began approximately 3100 BC | Ancient Egypt |
| character in Ancient Egyptian writing system | Hieroglyphs |
| Flat-roofed ancient tomb | Mastaba |
| deceased human or animal whose skin and organs have been preserved | Mummy |
| Longest river in the world | Nile |
| material similar to thick paper; used as a writing surface in ancient times | Papyrus |
| ruler of Ancient Egypt | Pharaoh |
| structure whose outer surfaces are triangular and converge at the top; built as tombs for Pharaohs and their queens | Pyramids |
| mythical creature with the head of a human and body of a lion | sphinx |
| believed to be the homes of gods | temple |
| where mummies were placed | Tomb |