Building the Pyramids

Building the Pyramids

Grade 10 · Social Studies · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can evaluate the different theories about the construction of the pyramids, considering the available evidence and limitations of each.

Warm-Up Video

TED-Ed · 5:33

How did they build the Great Pyramid of Giza? - Soraya Field Fiorio

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe one piece of evidence that supports the ramp theory of pyramid construction. What is a potential limitation of this theory, even with the supporting evidence? The video presents multiple theories about the workforce involved in building the pyramids. Choose one of these theories and explain what evidence contradicts it.

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