Ancient Egyptian Pets Quiz
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Which animals did the Ancient Egyptians particularly adore and keep as pets?

Cats

Why were cats considered good pets for the Ancient Egyptians?

They cleaned themselves and kept houses free of pests like mice and snakes

What other animals besides cats did some Ancient Egyptians keep as pets?

Monkeys, baboons, crocodiles, hippos, and lions

Why were mummified pets and statues of animals commonly found in Ancient Egyptian tombs?

<p>They were considered important for the afterlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which animals are still popular pets in Egypt today?

<p>Cats, turtles, fish, and birds</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which animals did the Ancient Egyptians particularly adore and keep as pets?

<p>Cats, monkeys, baboons, crocodiles, hippos, lions, falcons, and ibises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why were pets important for the Ancient Egyptians' everyday life and afterlife?

<p>Pets were important for everyday life as they helped keep houses free of pests and were also significant in the afterlife, as mummified pets and statues of animals were commonly found in the tombs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significance did falcons and ibises have for the Ancient Egyptians?

<p>Falcon and ibis represented wisdom for the Ancient Egyptians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which animals are still popular pets in Egypt today?

<p>Cats, turtles, fish, and birds are popular pets in Egypt today.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did farmers particularly need cats as pets?

<p>Farmers needed cats to kill mice and rats that threatened their grain production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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