What were the structures built in ancient Egypt to honor the pharaohs called?
Temples
Pyramids
Obelisks
Tombs
Which river was the lifeblood of ancient Egypt, providing fertile soil and resources?
Euphrates River
Indus River
Amazon River
Nile River
Which ancient Egyptian pyramid is guarded by the Great Sphinx?
Pyramid of Djoser
Pyramid of Khafre
Pyramid of Menkaure
Pyramid of Khufu
What was the system of writing used in ancient Egypt, characterized by pictorial symbols?
Sanskrit
Cuneiform
Latin
Hieroglyphics
Which famous Maya city features a pyramid known as El Castillo?
Chichen Itza
Palenque
Uxmal
Tikal
What is the name of the sacred 260-day calendar used by the Maya?
Long Count
Calendar Round
Tzolk'
Haab'
In Maya culture, this animal was revered and associated with power and strength:
Toucan
Quetzal
Jaguar
Howler Monkey
What was the name of the ancient Mayan ball game that had ritual significance?
Bandy-Bandy
Pok-A-Tok
Mesoamerican Soccer
Ulama
Which ancient Chinese philosophy emphasizes harmony, balance, and simplicity?
Confucianism
Legalism
Mohism
Taoism
What ancient Chinese invention involved inscribing questions on bones or shells for divination?
Oracle Bones
Abacus
Printing Press
Compass
What monumental structure in Beijing served as the imperial palace for Chinese emperors?
Summer Palace
Terracotta Army
Forbidden City
Great Wall of China
Which Chinese invention is a lightweight object that can soar in the sky, often used for recreation?
Silk
Kite
Firecracker
Fan
What remote Pacific island is famous for its mysterious stone statues?
Bali
Easter Island
Fiji
Tahiti
What is the name of the enigmatic writing system found on Rapa Nui?
Ogham
Rongorongo
Hieroglyphics
Runes
What traditional Rapa Nui dance tells stories through movement and gestures?
Flamenco
Sau Sau
Haka
Samba
