1. By Sophie Capezzuti Period 6
Statue of King Sneferu
King Sneferu
By Sophie Capezzuti
Period 6
Bent Pyramid

2. Sneferu is the first king of which dynasty of the Old Kingdom?
Sneferu is the first king of the fourth dynasty of the Old Kingdom.
King Sneferu

3. What is Sneferu considered to be the first king of Egypt to build?
King Sneferu was considered to be the first King of Egypt to build a true pyramid.

4. What three major pyramids are associated with Sneferu?
The three major pyramids that were associated with Sneferu are the Red Pyramid, the Bent Pyramids, and the Pyramid of Maidum.
Red Pyramid Bent Pyramids Pyramid of Maidum

5. Describe the progression of pyramids built by Sneferu.
The Pyramid of Maidum is a step pyramid changed into a true pyramid shape, the Bent Pyramid is the first attempt at a smooth pyramid, and the Red Pyramid is the final version.

6. The bent Pyramid built by Sneferu changes angles abruptly 2/3rd of the way up. What are the theories as to why it was altered?
The theories as to why the bent pyramid was altered is that it was done on purpose, the angle was to steep to continue building, The pyramid began to collapse, it was to heavy, or it was done to lesson the work load to finish it.

7. In what ways did Sneferu build a better pyramid when he built a red pyramid?
The engineering in the building of the Red Pyramid was better, It had almost the same angle as the top of the bent pyramid there were no cracks in the foundation or the pyramid, the inner core of rocks were carefully fitted together which made it more stable.

8. Sneferu sent a fleet to Lebanon to trade for cedar wood.
What military and trade accomplishments were achieved under the rein of Sneferu?
Sneferu sent a fleet to Lebanon to trade for cedar wood.
Cedar wood

9. King Khufu

10. How is King Khufu most remembered?
Khufu is most remembered as the builder of the Great Pyramids at Giza.

11. Who was Khufu’s father?
King Sneferu was Khufu’s father.

12. Where did Khufu build his pyramid?
Khufu built his pyramid at Giza.
Was it a new or old location to build a pyramid?
Giza was a new location to build a pyramid.

13. It is believed that whom helped build the Great Pyramids?
The pyramids were designed and built by artisans. The heavy lifting was done by farmers and peasants.

14. What was Khufu’s reputation as a pharaoh to the people?
Khufu’s reputation as a pharaoh was that he was a cruel king.

15. Describe the only visual representation that exists of Khufu.
The only visual representation of Khufu is a 4 inch statue with a Lower Egypt crown and a flail in the right hand.
4 inch

16. Where did Khufu place a military presence during his rein?
Khufu placed a military presence in Sinai and Nubia.

17. Who did King Khufu trade with?
King Khufu traded with Nubia and Syria.