Question Sheet 2
(Building the Pyramids)
1. Name two types of stone used to build the pyramids?
2. Name three “gangs” that helped build the pyramids.
3. How do we know the names of these gangs?
4. How were the builders thought to be rewarded for their hard work?
5. Name the four different types of tools used to build the pyramids?
6. What material was used to make these tools and why?
7. What is the angle that the great pyramid rises?
8. How many stone blocks were placed each day during construction of the pyramids?
9. What year was construction of the great pyramid completed?
10. What makes the pyramids so remarkable? What are your opinions?
2. Name three “gangs” that helped build the pyramids.
3. How do we know the names of these gangs?
4. How were the builders thought to be rewarded for their hard work?
5. Name the four different types of tools used to build the pyramids?
6. What material was used to make these tools and why?
7. What is the angle that the great pyramid rises?
8. How many stone blocks were placed each day during construction of the pyramids?
9. What year was construction of the great pyramid completed?
10. What makes the pyramids so remarkable? What are your opinions?