5 Questions
What were Bedouins or Nabataea traders credited with establishing around 6500 BC?
The earliest concrete-like structures
What substance can silica sand become if it is mixed with groundwater?
Pozzolan substance
What material did the ancient Egyptians use to form bricks around 3000 BC?
Mud mixed with straw
What two materials did the ancient Egyptians use to make mortar for building the pyramids?
Gypsum and lime
What major component was found in the mortar used by the Northern Chinese to build the Great Wall?
Sticky, glutenous rice
Test your knowledge of ancient construction techniques and materials with this quiz on the history of concrete and brick-making. Explore the innovations of Bedouins, Nabataea traders, and ancient Egyptians, and learn about their contributions to early architectural practices.
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