How the Blocks Were Moved — Questions and answers

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On the Giza Plateau, who commands the workers during the ascent of the massive limestone block?

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  1. the foreman
  2. Hemiunu ✓
  3. the Pharaoh
  4. Merer

Answer: Hemiunu

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In Memphis, who offers silent counsel to the Pharaoh during Hemiunu's presentation of architectural plans?

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  1. a nobleman
  2. a scribe
  3. Hetepheres I ✓
  4. a courtier

Answer: Hetepheres I

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At Aswan Quarry, what type of colossal blocks are extracted for the pyramid's inner sanctums?

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  1. limestone blocks
  2. marble blocks
  3. sandstone blocks
  4. granite blocks ✓

Answer: granite blocks

From page 3

Who assumes the helm of the boats transporting monumental granite blocks on the Nile?

Choices

  1. Merer ✓
  2. the foreman
  3. Khufu
  4. Hemiunu

Answer: Merer

From page 4

At the base of the Great Pyramid, who lays the foundational stone during the sacred ceremony?

Choices

  1. a priest
  2. Khufu ✓
  3. Hemiunu
  4. Ra

Answer: Khufu

From page 5

In the architectural chambers of Memphis, what is the focal point of Hemiunu's discussion with fellow architects?

Choices

  1. the type of stone to use
  2. the timeline for construction
  3. the number of workers needed
  4. the design of the ramps ✓

Answer: the design of the ramps

From page 7

In what year did archaeologists discover Merer's papyrus logbook near the Red Sea?

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  1. 1998
  2. 2010
  3. 2013 ✓
  4. 2005

Answer: 2013

From page 9

What type of structure remains an awe-inspiring symbol of ancient human ingenuity and ambition on the Giza Plateau?

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  1. the Great Pyramid of Giza ✓
  2. the Sphinx
  3. the Temple of Karnak
  4. the Valley of the Kings

Answer: the Great Pyramid of Giza

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