Ancient Egypt Chapter 7-9, 10.2-10.5 Exam
Mr. Quinn
Name:
For the exam, you must respond to 5 of 9 questions below using the short-answer format
discussed in class on your own paper. You may use your notes. No outlines may be
used. No answers can be prewritten- notes will be turned in at the end of the test.
The first part must contain an introduction sentence, 2 points min. with explanation and
examples/details about the Egypt part of the question.
This is followed by a transition, 2 points min. with explanation and examples/details
about the present comparison part of the question.
This paragraph must end with a statement of importance as a conclusion.
For example:
Introduction
Old
New
Conclusion
Old Star Wars compares to new Star Wars
in many ways including the quality of
special effects and the plots.
In old Star Wars movies . . .
a. special effects
b. plot
However, in new Star Wars movies . . .
a. special effects
b. plot
Both movies try and achieve the same thing
but are very different as can be seen.
To receive full credit, you must include the elements listed above and write with the high
quality standards of the class: logic, clarity, labeling, handwriting and mechanics (spelling,
capitalization, punctuation).
1. Describe how water, topography, and vegetation influenced early settlements in
ancient Egypt. What issues around water, topography or vegetation do modern cities
face?
2. Describe what hieroglyphics were and some examples of how other cultures have
used symbols in their languages?
3. Which pharaoh left a bigger impression on history and made the most impact during
ancient Egyptian time: Pharaoh Senusret or Hatshepsut? Give a specific example of a
current leader with the same amount of influence and explain their impact.
4. How did the three seasons affect Egyptian peasants? Use specific details from your
research to discuss what factors affect the low-income population in America today.
5. Describe Egypt’s social pyramid. What were the classes, and how does it compare to
the present social structure?
6. If you were an ancient Egyptian priest, what duty would you most want to be in
charge of and why? What duties do priests in modern religions have that are similar to
these ancient priests?
7. Draw a picture of the Egyptian pyramids OR sphinx on your test answer paper. Use
your research to label your choice with a maximum of 10 facts and historical
information as can be found. Next, draw a modern structure that compares and label it
with the same information (10 max.)
8. Use an iPad to come up with and record a song that you create about the events in
10.2, 10.4, and 10.5. The song must be at least 90 seconds long and contain an
explanation of the events with details. This song is to be created in class and emailed to
taquinn@osd.wednet.edu when complete.
9. List 20 presentation tips (physical AND/OR material) discussed in class with a
description of each and why it’s important. [This can be written as bullets]