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Pyramids
The pyramids were built thousands of years ago. They were built to honor their Pharaohs, Gods and Goddesses. These days, they are one of the greatest tourist attractions.
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What do you think of Pyramids?
They are an interesting nice solid geometric shape with straight lines and pointy corners.
What was a standard unit used in the construction of the great pyramid?
The cubit which is about 0.5 metre in modern terms
What Are tall thin pillars with pyramid-shaped tops?
They are called Obelisks. The Egyptian Obelisks are associated with the sun god Re.
Which ruler known for encouraging the expansion for trade took power during the new kingdom?
ramesses the second
What year did king Menes of Egypt reign?
Menes's reign of Egypt from 3407 to 3346 B.C. was treated as the dawn of Egyptian civilization in many classical histories. In earlier Egyptian lore he was called Ohe and Mena, "The Fighter," and then was referred to as "The Established." He is remembered as the conqueror who first united Egypt under one rule and established the famous capital of Memphis, the seat of Egypt's unparalleled cultural achievements during the time of the Pharaohs.
Was Cleopatra near The Pyramids?
No, Cleopatra lived in Alexandria which is/was in northern Egypt. The pyramids are further south, near present day Cairo.
Why is candy at the top of the food pyramid?
this is because candy has lots of sugar and it is a sweet
of course not u idiot and if they do ithas not yet been found or discovered
Why were pyramids desinged in that pyramid shape?
Triangular pyramids are built that way because water was thought as acid to the mummified Pharaohs, so if it rained the pharaohs were safe.
How do you describe The Great Pyramid?
The Great Pyramid was believed to consist of 2 million blocks of stone weighing more than two tons. It is said that The Great Pyramid has rook for Cathredals in Florence, Milan and many other places. The King's Chamber is in the heart of the Pyramid.
Who built the largest of all pyramids?
The largest pyramid is the Great pyramid of Giza (Also known as the Pyramid of Khufu) and is also the oldest pyramid at the Giza site. It was originally built as a tomb for the fourth dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Khufu. Egyptologists say it took around 10 - 20 years to build and was completed around 2560 BC. When first built the pyramid was 146.5 metres (481 feet) tall.
What are the Step by step instructions to build a catapult?
1. Buy wood
2. Buy string
3. Buy nails
4. Buy a hammer
5. Buy glue
6. Put it together
7. Buy a smoothie
Optional quality assurance step:
8. Place smoothie in completed catapult and test it.
What is the mathematic name for a triangle based pyramid?
A TRIANGLE based PYRAMID is called a tetrahedron.
What is the coating on top of the Great Pyramids?
At one time the pyramids were covered in limestone.
How many structure were built in Egypt?
The Sphinx was one of the greatest sculptures, its face human, but body lion. The Pyramids of Giza are also great achievements by the Egyptians. There is also the Valley of the Kings, but is not really a structure, but an underground tunnel/cemetery. There were also step pyramids made, but the regular pyramid is better. They made shrines to worship their gods which is a small rectangular place. I think they also made temples to worship their gods too.
no one is really sure but most scientist and people think that slaves were used to build them
WHAT 10 things buried with a pharaoh?
Bread, wine, plates, cups, gold, a crown, his throne, jewelry, jewels, clothes. Egyptians believe in afterlife.
