Why did Khufu decide to build such a large pyramid?
He wanted to show the world how great he was.
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What is a "pyramid"?
A structure with triangular sides that meet at a point.
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What is the largest known stone structure in the world called that was built by King Djoser?
A step pyramid.
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Why did Egypt experience a period of change during the Middle Kingdom?
Rulers of the provinces became more powerful, which made the pharaoh less powerful.
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What kind of government ruled Egypt after it was united?
A strong central government.
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What is the process called that helps determine the order in which members of a royal family inherit the throne?
Succession.
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What do you call a line of rulers from the same family in Egypt?
A dynasty.
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What happened to Egypt when centralized rule weakened?
Kings became less powerful, and outsiders invaded Egypt.
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What was the purpose of the pyramids? Give one reason.
Pyramids were thought to be the palaces of the pharaohs in the afterlife; they housed the pharaoh mummy; they were monuments to the greatness of a pharaoh.
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Who is "Khufu"?
A pharaoh who built the Great Pyramid.
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How were religion and government linked in ancient Egypt?
People viewed the pharaoh as a god, and many priests were high officials.
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Who had the Great Pyramid built as a monument to his greatness?
