The Secret of the Pyramids — Questions and answers

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What were Omar and Zara doing on the Giza Plateau?

Choices

  1. Racing each other up the Great Pyramid. ✓
  2. Looking for hidden treasure inside a tomb.
  3. Eating falafel at the base of the pyramid.
  4. Flying kites in the wind.

Answer: Racing each other up the Great Pyramid.

From page 1

What did Zara point out that surprised Omar?

Choices

  1. A large group of tourists arriving.
  2. A newly-uncovered entrance on the pyramid. ✓
  3. The biggest falafel stand in Cairo.
  4. A flying carpet in the sky.

Answer: A newly-uncovered entrance on the pyramid.

From page 2

Who showed up just as Omar and Zara were talking about the new entrance?

Choices

  1. A security guard.
  2. Omar's mom.
  3. Their Uncle Samir. ✓
  4. A tourist guide.

Answer: Their Uncle Samir.

From page 3

Why couldn't Omar and Zara escape the passage?

Choices

  1. Uncle Samir blocked the way.
  2. The entrance was too narrow.
  3. The passage behind them collapsed. ✓
  4. They got scared of the dark.

Answer: The passage behind them collapsed.

From page 6

What did the scarab amulet help Zara and Omar find?

Choices

  1. A hidden treasure chest.
  2. A secret map on the wall. ✓
  3. A way to call Uncle Samir.
  4. A comfortable place to rest.

Answer: A secret map on the wall.

From page 7

How did Omar and Zara open the giant stone door?

Choices

  1. They found a key to unlock it.
  2. They used the scarab to magically open it.
  3. Omar pushed a loose carving on the door. ✓
  4. Uncle Samir came and opened it from the other side.

Answer: Omar pushed a loose carving on the door.

From page 8

What did Omar and Zara find in the vast, sunlit chamber?

Choices

  1. A sleeping mummy.
  2. A golden statue of a falcon. ✓
  3. A library full of ancient scrolls.
  4. A secret garden.

Answer: A golden statue of a falcon.

From page 9

What important lesson did Omar and Zara learn from their adventure?

Choices

  1. That falafel is the best food.
  2. That it's always better to explore alone.
  3. That working together helps overcome challenges. ✓
  4. That pyramids are only ancient stones.

Answer: That working together helps overcome challenges.

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