The Rosetta Stone is important because
a. it led to the decipherment of hieroglyphics.
b. it is a unique stele.
c. it has Greek, cuneiform, and Egyptian writing on it.
d. it has Greek, Coptic, and Egyptian writing on it.
a
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A) true B) false
The mathematical precision of Egyptian construction and understanding of astronomy is demonstrated by
a) the orientation of Khufu’s pyramid to the cardinal points of the compass. b) the positioning of the burial chambers in the pyramids. c) the method by which stones were moved up the slanting sides of the Giza pyramids. d) the application of polished limestone to sheath Khafre’s pyramid.