1. Saqqara
by: Claire Braun
Pd:1

2. Use a dictionary to find the meaning of necropolis.
n. a large elaborate cemetery of an ancient city

3. In what Ancient Egyptian capital city would you find the necropolis of Saqqara?
It can be found in Memphis

4. What is the most famous structure at Saqqara
The step pyramid of Zoser is the most famous.

5. Who was responsible for building the Step Pyramid?
Imhotep built it
Imhotep

6. What was the significance of the Step Pyramid during the time it was built?
It was the largest stone structure ever built.

7. What was the Step Pyramid originally built as?
It was a mastaba

8. Describe in detail how Imhotep constructed the Step Pyramid.
Imhotep rebuilt it 5 times. It grew to 62m. above ground, with 6 steps. Then it was covered in white limestone. 6 5 4 3 2 1

9. How many known pyramids are there at Saqqara? Where does that rank?
This ranks 1st

10. How many parts is Saqqara divided into?
It is divided into 3 parts

11. Pyramid of Meidum
By: Claire Braun
Pd: 1

12. Where is the Pyramid of Meidum located in relationship to Saqqara?
5 miles south of Saqqara
5 miles

13. Why is there a pile of sand around the tower-like core of Meidum?
It is composed of pulverized pieces from the original structure.

14. Why is Meidum considered the first “true” pyramid?
It was the only non-layer or step pyramid.

15. When was the pyramid built and for which pharoh?
In the 4th dynasty
For king Sneferu

16. Who do some historians believe may have started the Meidum Pyramid?
Seferu’s predecessor, Huni

17. What do historians believe may have happened to the pyramid?
It collapsed because it was never completed