Red Pyramid Chapter Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What were the five reasons that Sadie gave to show how she was devastated?

She lost her father, her loving grandparents kicked her out, she has the blood of the pharaohs, Amos's mansion set on fire, and her cat turned into a scorpion-battling human.

Describe the Temple of Dendur. What were they going to use it for?

Built by Romans when they occupied Egypt, it was dedicated to Isis and they were going to use it to open a gateway.

Why didn't Zia kill Carter and Sadie at the British Museum?

They might be innocent.

What did Zia tell Carter and Sadie to do as the scorpions approached?

To put the four directions around them and to connect them in a circle with chalk. Signup and view all the answers

What did Zia say as Serqet approached?

"I am the mistress of the elements. Scribe of the First Nome. Leave or be destroyed." Signup and view all the answers

What was in Zia's fist?

Ribbons. Signup and view all the answers

What happened when Zia released the ribbons at Serqet?

She got burned by the ribbons and got tangled up in them. She returned to her host body, but the host body died and Serqet came back. Signup and view all the answers

After going through the sand tunnel, Carter and Sadie ended up in a two-level airport _____________________ in Cairo, Egypt.

Concourse Signup and view all the answers

The _____________________ of Heliopolis were located under the airport.

Ruins Signup and view all the answers

Zia's job was to bring them to the entrance of the first Nome. She couldn't cross because each ________________ had to do it on its own.

Magician Signup and view all the answers

Zia's job was to bring them to the first _______________________ of the 1st Nome. She couldn't cross because each magician must do it on its own.

Entrance Signup and view all the answers

The _______________ were children ages six to ten and were the only ones left in the whole world.

Initiates Signup and view all the answers

Carter was named after Howard Carter, the man who discovered the _______________ of King Tut.

Tomb Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Ptolemaic times.

The last days of Egypt, before Cleopatra VII lost the kingdom to the Romans. Many of the most powerful secrets had been lost. Signup and view all the answers

What rule had their father broken twice?

He tried summoning gods twice: in Cleopatra's Needle and another at the Rosetta Stone. Signup and view all the answers

What would begin in the morning for Sadie and Carter? Why?

Carter and Sadie's training would begin in the morning because they have to learn how to use magic. Signup and view all the answers

What did Sadie think of the dormitory that she would be spending the night in?

She thought the girls fell asleep too fast and that the pictures on the walls were creepy. She thought it was old and dusty. Signup and view all the answers

Describe what the gods were discussing in Sadie's vision and what happened to Osiris.

It was Osiris's birthday and Set arrives with a box. Everyone wants to get in it, except Osiris and Isis. When Osiris gets in the box, he gets trapped and Isis gets really mad. Set chases Isis in his bird form. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the only one in the story that can master a god's power? Is there anyone in the story that has this quality?

Sadie and Carter since they have the blood of the pharaohs. Signup and view all the answers

What weapon was in the leather satchel for Carter?

A kopesh, a curved sword and favored weapon by the pharaohs. Signup and view all the answers

What was in their dad's satchel?

A wand, paper, ink, Doughboy, and a kind of wax. Signup and view all the answers

What are Divine Words?

Words that magicians use to fashion egalitarian. They don't need wands. Signup and view all the answers

Where were they going to practice? Why?

At the Temple of Lexor by dueling, to practice to defeat Set later on. Signup and view all the answers

What tips did Zia give Sadie as Sadie tried to do magic?

To summon magic from Ma'at, not herself because she would get too tired too fast. Signup and view all the answers

What did Carter and Sadie learn about their family's past?

Their mom descended from Ramses and their dad descended from Narmer. Signup and view all the answers

Who took over Chief Lector? What did this mean for Carter and Sadie?

Desjardins took over Chief Lector and he wanted to get them executed. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Carter's ba take a trip? Who did he see?

To Paris where he saw Amos and Set had trapped him. Signup and view all the answers

How did Zia come to work for Iskandar?

In her house after her dad released a monster. She was the only survivor and her village was destroyed. Signup and view all the answers

Who saved Sadie and Carter as they traveled through the obelisk with the two sphinxes in their trail?

Bast. Signup and view all the answers

The 14th Nome is _____________, France. It was Desjardin's headquarters.

Paris Signup and view all the answers

The knot of Isis was the symbol on Sadie's _______

Amulet Signup and view all the answers

According to _, one way to help Carter and Sadie defeat Set is to use Thoth's _____.

Bast, Book Signup and view all the answers

The color ____________ means 'good soil' to Egyptians.

Black Signup and view all the answers

The color __________ means 'chaos and destruction' to Egyptians.

Red Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process of the transformation of Carter and Sadie to animal form.

It felt like their skin was burning and they were having trouble breathing. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Jean-Francois Champollion? Who is related to him?

He deciphered hieroglyphics from the Rosetta Stone. He was Desjardin's cousin. Signup and view all the answers

What chased Carter and Sadie out of the mansion? Where were they headed? Why?

Fruit bats chased them out of the mansion and they were headed to the Louvre since it was the closest portal. Signup and view all the answers

As Carter and Sadie climbed up the pyramid to the portal, what does one magician say?

He said that Bast has deceived them and will lead them to ruin. Signup and view all the answers

Where did the vortex take them and why was it the largest source of Egyptian power in North America?

To Washington, D.C. It had the biggest obelisk ever constructed, the Washington Monument. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Carter want to go to Arizona?

To go after Set. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Sadie frustrated?

They were stuck in Washington, D.C., they had two days to make it to Arizona, they needed to stop a god, try to rescue Amos and their dad, and stop the world from ending. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't the obelisk be used for opening gates to the Duat?

It is charged with symbolic magic. It represents a sun beam frozen in stone. It is a life giving ray from Ra. Signup and view all the answers

The House of Life could never catch Nut because she was a _______________ goddess and hard to track down.

Sky Signup and view all the answers

Nut was separated from her _________ for 5,000 years because of punishment for bearing her children. She disobeyed Ra's wishes. She was exiled to the sky.

Husband Signup and view all the answers

Nut's five children were Osiris, Isis, Set, _______, and Nephthys.

Horus Signup and view all the answers

What is a queue?

A line or sequence of people or vehicles awaiting their turn to be attended to proceed. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to avert?

Turn away (someone's eyes or thoughts). Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to descend?

Move or fall downward. Signup and view all the answers

What does apathetic mean?

Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern. Signup and view all the answers

What is a dormitory?

A large bedroom for a number of people in a school or institution. Signup and view all the answers

What is a faux pas?

An embarrassing or tactless act or remark in a social situation. Signup and view all the answers

What does preposterous mean?

A contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous. Signup and view all the answers

What is escargot?

A small snail, especially as an item on a menu. Signup and view all the answers

What does immortal mean?

Living forever, serving dying or decaying. Signup and view all the answers

What does vertigo mean?

A feeling of dizziness. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sadie's Devastation

Lost her father and grandparents who expelled her, leading to emotional turmoil.
Possesses the bloodline of the pharaohs, creating a sense of destiny.
Witnessed Amos's mansion set ablaze, indicating danger.
Her cat transformed into a scorpion-fighting human, adding to the chaos.

Temple of Dendur

Constructed by Romans during their occupation of Egypt.
Dedicated to the goddess Isis, intended to open a magical gateway.

Zia's Decision

Showed restraint by not killing Carter and Sadie in the British Museum, suggesting innocence or misunderstanding.

Defensive Measures

Zia instructed to create a protective circle using chalk to fend off approaching scorpions.

Zia's Command

As Serqet approached, Zia declared her dominance over elemental powers, warning adversaries.

Zia's Ribbons

Carried mysterious ribbons, pivotal in her magical abilities.

Ribbons' Consequence

Released ribbons burned Zia and caused chaos as she returned to her host body, leading to Serqet's revival.

Concourse Arrival

After exiting the sand tunnel, Carter and Sadie entered a two-level airport concourse in Cairo.

Heliopolis Ruins

The historic ruins of Heliopolis lay beneath the airport, linking them to ancient Egyptian civilization.

Magician's Duty

Zia was responsible for guiding them to the first Nome's entrance, emphasizing individual magician responsibility.

Initiate Demographics

The initiates, young children aged six to ten, were the last of their kind.

Legacy of Carter

Named after Howard Carter, the discoverer of King Tut's tomb, reinforcing his connection to history.

Ptolemaic Times Overview

Marked the decline of Egypt before Cleopatra VII's defeat by the Romans, with many powerful secrets lost.

Father's Rule Violations

Their father broke summoning rules twice, with attempts at Cleopatra's Needle and the Rosetta Stone.

Training Commencement

Carter and Sadie were set to begin training in elemental magic the following morning.

Dormitory Impressions

Sadie found the dormitory eerie, with unsettling wall pictures and an old, dusty atmosphere.

Sadie's Vision

Vision revealed a discussion among gods regarding a plot against Osiris, who became trapped in a box, provoking Isis's fury.

Mastering Divine Power

Only Sadie and Carter can harness a god's power due to their pharaoh lineage.

Weaponry

A kopesh, the favored curved sword of pharaohs, was found in Carter's leather satchel.

Father's Satchel Contents

Included a wand, paper, ink, Doughboy, and wax, essential for magic work.

Divine Words Explained

Magical phrases utilized by magicians that do not require wands for invocation.

Practice Location

Planned to practice at the Temple of Lexor to prepare for battle against Set.

Magic Summoning Tips

Zia advised Sadie to summon magic from Ma’at, as personal exertion would lead to rapid fatigue.

Family Heritage

Carter and Sadie learned their lineage connections to Ramses and Narmer, deepening their historical identity.

Chief Lector Change

Desjardins assumed the Chief Lector role, resulting in potential threats to Carter and Sadie's safety.

Carter's Ba Experience

Carter's spirit visited Paris, encountering Amos, while Set had him trapped.

Zia's Backstory

Orphaned after her village was destroyed by a monster, she became Iskandar's apprentice.

Bast's Intervention

Goddess Bast saved Sadie and Carter during their perilous journey through the obelisk.

14th Nome Context

Located in Paris, France, serving as headquarters for Desjardins and a strategic magic site.

Amulet Description

Sadie wore an amulet featuring the knot of Isis, symbolizing protection and magic.

Thoth's Book Reference

The Book of Thoth suggested using Thoth's knowledge to counter Set, emphasizing magical resources.

Egyptian Color Symbolism

Black symbolizes "good soil," representing fertility and growth.
Red symbolizes "chaos and destruction," reflecting negativity.

Transformation Struggles

The process of transforming into animals caused discomfort, with sensations of burning skin and labored breathing.

Champollion's Contribution

Recognized for deciphering hieroglyphics from the Rosetta Stone and related to Desjardins.

Encounter with Pursuers

Fruit bats chased Carter and Sadie out of Amos's mansion, prompting them to flee toward the Louvre.

Magician's Warning

As they ascended a pyramid, a magician warned about Bast's potential treachery.

Vortex Destination

Transported to Washington, D.C., home to the monumental Washington Obelisk, a major source of Egyptian power.

Urgency for Action

Carter felt compelled to pursue Set, showing determination to confront adversity.

Sadie's Frustration

Expressed discontent over being trapped with a looming deadline to stop a god while rescuing loved ones.

Obelisk Limitations

The obelisk, symbolic of Ra's power, could not be used for opening gates due to its fixed charged nature.

Nut's Elusiveness

The House of Life could never capture Nut, the sky goddess, due to her inherent nature of freedom.

Nut's Separation

Nut faced a 5,000-year separation from her husband as punishment for disobeying Ra, highlighting themes of love and sacrifice.

Nut's Children

Among Nut’s offspring were Osiris, Isis, Set, Horus, and Nephthys, forming a key Pantheon in Egyptian mythology.

Definition of a Queue

Describes the arrangement of individuals in a sequential line awaiting service or action.

Averted Action

Refers to the act of diverting attention or focus away from something unwanted.

Descended Meaning

Indicates movement or a downward trend, often referring to physical or metaphorical descent.

Apathetic Emotion

Signifies a lack of interest, concern, or enthusiasm, highlighting emotional detachment.

Dormitory Explanation

Defines a communal living space for multiple individuals, typically found in educational institutions.

Faux Pas Meaning

Identifies a socially awkward or inappropriate act that causes embarrassment.

Preposterous Definition

Describes actions or ideas that contradict common sense, labeled as absurd or illogical.

Escargot Identification

Refers to small edible snails, often considered a delicacy in culinary contexts.

Immortal Concept

Relates to beings or entities that exist indefinitely, free from death or decay.

Vertigo Experience

Characterizes an intense sensation of dizziness, often linked to imbalance or disorientation.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Test your knowledge on the key events and themes from 'The Red Pyramid'. This quiz covers important elements such as character experiences and historical locations described in the book. Prepare to delve deeper into the world of Egyptian mythology and the story's central figures.