Ancient Egyptian Architecture
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What is the name of the first true pyramid built by Sneferu?

  • Step Pyramid
  • Dashur Pyramid
  • Smooth-faced Pyramid (correct)
  • Bent Pyramid

Who built the Step Pyramid?

  • Pharoah
  • Sneferu
  • Huni
  • Djoser (correct)

What is a Mastaba?

  • A type of monument
  • A type of pyramid
  • A type of tomb (correct)
  • A type of temple

What is the name of the temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Ramesses II's chief consort, Nefertari?

<p>Small Temple of Abu Simbel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of Egyptian architecture?

<p>Monumentality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of pyramids and temples in ancient Egyptian society?

<p>To serve as centers of religious worship and political power (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable feature of ancient Egyptian architecture?

<p>Use of grand scale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the architectural style characterized by simplicity?

<p>Mastaba (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a symbol of permanence and solidarity in Egyptian architecture?

<p>Solid structures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary material used in ancient Egyptian architecture?

<p>Stone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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