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If it weren't for the hieroglyphics we might not have the alphabet we have today with all its symbols.

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What was the purpose of early writing (hieroglyphics cuneiform)?

The purpose of early writing systems like hieroglyphics and cuneiform was to keep records, communicate information, and facilitate trade and administration in ancient civilizations. These writing systems enabled societies to pass down knowledge and stories, document laws and transactions, and preserve cultural and historical information.


How do you use the word hieroglyphics in a sentence?

The ancient Egyptian civilization used hieroglyphics as their writing system, which consisted of various symbols and images to convey meaning. Today, archaeologists and scholars study hieroglyphics to better understand the culture and history of ancient Egypt.


How do you spell hiyroglipics?

The correct spelling is "hieroglyphics." They are characters or symbols used in ancient Egyptian writing.


Is hieroglyphics and cuneiform the same thing?

No, hieroglyphics and cuneiform are not the same thing. Hieroglyphics is the writing system used by ancient Egyptians, characterized by pictorial symbols, while cuneiform is the writing system used by ancient Mesopotamians, characterized by wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets.


Why was finding the rosettastone so important to scholars?

The Rosetta Stone was crucial because it contained the same text in multiple languages (Greek, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and Demotic script), allowing scholars to decipher the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. This breakthrough in deciphering the hieroglyphics provided a key to unlocking the language and understanding the ancient Egyptian civilization's history, culture, and religion.