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They were built as tombs for pharaohs, the Great Pyramid at Giza was build for Pharaoh Khufu
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Which of the following statements apply to the Old Kingdom?
The pyramids at Giza are built.
Names of pyramids?
The three 'great pyramids' of Giza were built during the 4th dynasty. The names of the pyramids are Khufu, Kharfe, and Menkaure.
What city are the Pyramids of Egypt found in?
If your referring to the most popular pyramids of Egypt, then you are referrring to the City of Giza, situated across the nile river from the capital, Cairo.
What period of time were the pyramids of Giza being built?
2600-2480 b.c
During what time period were the Great Pyramids at Dahshur and Giza built?
old kingdom
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