Papyrus Scroll — Questions and answers

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Where did the ancient Egyptians find the papyrus plant?

Choices

  1. In the desert sands.
  2. High in the mountains.
  3. Along the banks of the Nile River. ✓
  4. In secret underground caves.

Answer: Along the banks of the Nile River.

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What did the Egyptians do to make the papyrus surface ready for writing after it dried?

Choices

  1. They painted pictures on it.
  2. They smoothed and polished it with a stone or shell. ✓
  3. They crumpled it into a ball.
  4. They dyed it a different color.

Answer: They smoothed and polished it with a stone or shell.

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What important qualities did the finished papyrus scroll have?

Choices

  1. It was very heavy and hard to carry.
  2. It was flimsy and tore easily.
  3. It was lightweight, portable, and durable. ✓
  4. It had to stay in one place.

Answer: It was lightweight, portable, and durable.

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What did Roman administrators use papyrus for?

Choices

  1. Drawing silly pictures.
  2. Imperial decrees, legal codes, and census records. ✓
  3. Building tall towers.
  4. Making musical instruments.

Answer: Imperial decrees, legal codes, and census records.

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