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Pharaohs & Pyramids: Giza

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on the Giza pyramids and their significance in ancient Egypt.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Pharaohs & Pyramids
#Standard
#Source Analysis (Text)
#Giza
#Explain the purpose of the Giza pyramids.
#Analyse the reliability of sources about ancient Egyptian monuments.
#Compare different perspectives on the significance of the pyramids.

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Pharaohs & Pyramids: Giza

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Source Analysis: The Great Pyramid of Giza

Source A: Description of the Great Pyramid

"The Great Pyramid at Giza is a marvel of engineering, built over 4,500 years ago for Pharaoh Khufu. It stands about 146 meters tall and was constructed using millions of limestone blocks. The pyramid was designed as a tomb to house the Pharaoh's remains and to demonstrate his divine power and status. Its precise alignment with the cardinal points reflects the Egyptians' advanced understanding of astronomy and mathematics. Inside, the burial chamber was filled with treasures and artifacts to assist the Pharaoh in the afterlife. The construction of the pyramid required thousands of workers, who toiled for decades, using simple tools and innovative techniques. It remains one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Egypt and a testament to their architectural skills." Provenance: Archaeologist Dr. Laura Carter, 2005, report on Egyptian monuments.

1.
What does Source A tell us about the purpose of the Great Pyramid at Giza? (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain the importance of the pyramid's precise alignment with the cardinal points, based on Source A. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the source's portrayal of the pyramid's construction with what you know about ancient Egyptian engineering. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
4.
What is the purpose of analyzing the provenance of this source? (3 marks)
[3 marks]
5.
Outline the strengths and limitations of using Dr. Laura Carter's report as a source about the Giza pyramids. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare how the purpose of the source influences the information it provides. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Outline why the Great Pyramid at Giza remains an important symbol of ancient Egypt today. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Analyse how sources like this can help us understand ancient Egyptian society. (5 marks)
[5 marks]

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