Siwa Oasis, Egypt — Questions and answers

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What was the Shali Fortress mainly used for?

Choices

  1. Growing date palms for the oasis.
  2. Providing shelter and defense for the people. ✓
  3. A place for modern world visitors to stay.
  4. As a large market for selling goods.

Answer: Providing shelter and defense for the people.

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Why can visitors float easily in Siwa's salt lakes?

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  1. The water is very shallow.
  2. They wear special floating suits.
  3. The water has a high amount of salt. ✓
  4. The lakes are heated to a high temperature.

Answer: The water has a high amount of salt.

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Who visited the Temple of Amun to ask for advice?

Choices

  1. A local Siwan farmer.
  2. Alexander the Great. ✓
  3. A famous artist.
  4. A young child.

Answer: Alexander the Great.

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What are Siwan rugs known for?

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  1. Their plain white colors and simple designs.
  2. Being made from plastic and recycled materials.
  3. Their vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and local wool. ✓
  4. Being mass-produced in factories.

Answer: Their vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and local wool.

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What do locals do during a Siwan celebration?

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  1. They quietly read books.
  2. They dance and sing to music. ✓
  3. They watch a movie indoors.
  4. They play computer games.

Answer: They dance and sing to music.

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What makes Siwa Oasis a special place to visit?

Choices

  1. It only has new, modern buildings.
  2. It is a very loud and busy city.
  3. It has unique traditions, beautiful landscapes, and kind people. ✓
  4. It has no ancient history.

Answer: It has unique traditions, beautiful landscapes, and kind people.

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