Read the following passage and answer the question below. The pyramids of ancient Egypt, particularly those at Giza, remain some of the most impressive architectural achievements in human history, built more than four thousand years ago without the aid of modern machinery. These massive structures were primarily built as tombs for pharaohs, intended to protect their bodies and possessions for the afterlife, which the ancient Egyptians believed was a continuation of earthly existence. The construction of the pyramids required an extraordinary level of organization, involving thousands of skilled laborers, engineers, and quarry workers who transported and assembled massive stone blocks with remarkable precision. Contrary to a popular but inaccurate myth, historical and archaeological evidence indicates that the pyramids were built by paid laborers and skilled workers rather than slaves. The Great Pyramid of Giza, built for the pharaoh Khufu, remained the tallest man-made structure in the world for thousands of years. Today, the pyramids continue to draw millions of visitors and remain a subject of ongoing archaeological research. Question: According to the passage, what was the primary purpose of the pyramids?
Difficulty: Medium
About this MCQ
This Medium Reading Comprehension question asks: Read the following passage and answer the question below. The pyramids of ancient Egypt, particularly those at Giza, remain some of the most impressive architectural achievements in human history, built more than four thousand years ago without the aid of modern machinery. These massive structures were primarily built as tombs for pharaohs, intended to protect their bodies and possessions for the afterlife, which the ancient Egyptians believed was a continuation of earthly existence. The construction of the pyramids required an extraordinary level of organization, involving thousands of skilled laborers, engineers, and quarry workers who transported and assembled massive stone blocks with remarkable precision. Contrary to a popular but inaccurate myth, historical and archaeological evidence indicates that the pyramids were built by paid laborers and skilled workers rather than slaves. The Great Pyramid of Giza, built for the pharaoh Khufu, remained the tallest man-made structure in the world for thousands of years. Today, the pyramids continue to draw millions of visitors and remain a subject of ongoing archaeological research. Question: According to the passage, what was the primary purpose of the pyramids? The correct choice is A. To serve as tombs for pharaohs. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. To serve as tombs for pharaohs ✓
- B. To serve as royal palaces
Why not B: “To serve as royal palaces” does not fit this question. The answer is To serve as tombs for pharaohs.
- C. To function as astronomical observatories
Why not C: “To function as astronomical observatories” does not fit this question. The answer is To serve as tombs for pharaohs.
- D. To store agricultural surplus
Why not D: “To store agricultural surplus” does not fit this question. The answer is To serve as tombs for pharaohs.
Correct answer
A. To serve as tombs for pharaohs
Explanation
Read the following passage and answer the question below The pyramids of ancient Egypt particularly those at Giza remain some of the most impressive architectural achievements in human history built more than four thousand years ago without the aid of modern machinery These massive structures were primarily built as tombs for pharaohs intended to protect their bodies and possessions for the afterlife which the ancient Egyptians believed was a continuation of earthly existence The construction of the pyramids required an extraordinary level of organization involving thousands of skilled laborers engineers and quarry workers who transported and assembled massive stone blocks with remarkable precision Contrary to a popular but inaccurate myth historical and archaeological evidence indicates t...
Source: Reading Comprehension Official FPSC/NTS/PPSC-Style Reference Guide
Tags: English, FPSC, PPSC, reading comprehension, verbal ability, NTS
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