Lesson 56: Ancient Civilizations

Culture & Media

Ancient Civilizations

Exploring history, archaeology, and ancient discoveries.

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Comprehension Quiz

1. Where are the speakers standing?

In a museum In a tomb In a library

2. How do they know the history of the pharaoh?

By reading the hieroglyphics. By guessing. By asking a ghost.

3. What did the archaeologist find?

A computer Only dust Artifacts (pottery and gold)

Archaeologist: We are standing in the tomb of a pharaoh from the 18th Dynasty.

Reporter: It is incredible. How do you know who is buried here?

Archaeologist: We can read the hieroglyphics carved into the walls. They tell the story of his life.

Reporter: Have you found any treasures?

Archaeologist: Yes, we discovered many artifacts, including pottery and gold jewelry. As an archaeologist, this is the discovery of a lifetime.