Egypt is home to an ancient civilization with many stories, cultural references, people, and facts. So an Egypt trivia collection should prove to be a worthy challenge. Check out this trivia collection of Egypt during the ancient world and even today.
Table of Contents
Egypt Trivia
Egypt holds many facts and stories that will amaze and baffle. Here are some Egypt facts ang trivia for you.
- The Nile River stretches for 6,600 kilometers, making it one of the longest river systems in the world.
- The name of the Sun god in Egyptian mythology is Ra.
- The Ptolemaic dynasty was the last dynasty of ancient Egypt.
- Today, Egypt is officially called Arab Republic of Egypt.
Play Multiplayer Trivia Games with Your Team
Make your next meeting, team building, get-together, event, or class more fun with trivia games plus other fun and exciting team engagement tools to help build team connection!
Egypt Trivia Questions and Answers
Do you want to try an ancient Egypt quiz? Do you know a lot about modern day Egypt? Why not try to mix them both? Check out this collection of Egypt trivia questions and answers for your next pub quiz or trivia game night.
See if you can get the correct answer on any of these.
Click on the blurred area to reveal the answer.
Test it out. Click here to reveal the answer 👉 Awesome! You’re ready
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| What’s the capital city of Modern Egypt? | â–¶ Cairo |
| What artificial waterway connects the Red Sea and the Mediterranean sea? | â–¶ The Suez Canal |
| What’s the largest desert found in South Egypt? | â–¶ Sahara Desert |
| According to Egyptian history, when the the nation fall to ancient Greece? | â–¶ 332 BC |
| Which ancient Egyptian king is depicted as Moses’ brother in the Bible? | â–¶ Ramesses |
| Which Pharaoh had the second Pyramid of Giza built? | â–¶ Pharaoh Khafre |
| What did Ancient Egyptians believe that the Nile River was? | â–¶ The source of all life |
| Where was King Tut’s Tomb found? | â–¶ The Valley of the Kings |
| What do you call the ancient symbols Egyptians used to record stories? | â–¶ Hieroglyphics |
| Which one of the seven ancient wonders of the world is still standing today? | â–¶ The Great Pyramid of Giza |
| The Great Pyramid of Giza is located in what Egyptian city? | â–¶ Giza |
| The ancient Egyptian symbol Ouroboros depicts a serpent eating what? | â–¶ Its own tail |
| When were the Great Pyramids of Giza built? | â–¶ Around 2580-2560 BCE |
| Who was the first female pharaoh of Egypt? | â–¶ Sobekneferu |
| Which river played a vital role in Egypt’s development? | â–¶ The Nile River |
| What was the primary writing material used by ancient Egyptians? | â–¶ Papyrus |
| What is the most well-known ancient Egyptian burial practice? | â–¶ Mummification |
| What is the name of the ancient Egyptian sun god? | â–¶ Ra |
| Who was the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt? | â–¶ Cleopatra VII |
| What is the significance of the Rosetta Stone? | â–¶ It helped decipher Egyptian hieroglyphs |
| What were the three main kingdoms of ancient Egypt? | â–¶ Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms |
| Which famous ancient Egyptian queen was known for her beauty and intelligence? | â–¶ Nefertiti |
| What was the main purpose of the Great Sphinx of Giza? | â–¶ To protect the Giza Plateau |
| What is the ancient Egyptian book of the dead called? | â–¶ The Book of Coming Forth by Day |
| Which famous archaeologist discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb? | â–¶ Howard Carter |
| Which ancient Egyptian god is associated with the afterlife? | â–¶ Osiris |
| What is the name of the writing system used by ancient Egyptians? | â–¶ Hieroglyphs |
| What is the name of the massive temple complex located in Luxor, Egypt? | â–¶ Karnak Temple Complex |
| What was the capital of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom? | â–¶ Memphis |
| Which ancient Egyptian pharaoh was known for his unusually long reign? | â–¶ Pepi II |
| Which ancient Egyptian city was famous for its library and learning? | â–¶ Alexandria |
| What is the name of the god who was depicted with the head of a jackal? | â–¶ Anubis |
| What was the title used by the rulers of ancient Egypt? | â–¶ Pharaoh |
| What type of government did ancient Egypt have? | â–¶ Absolute monarchy |
| What was the Egyptian name for the collection of spells used during mummification? | â–¶ The Pyramid Texts |
| Which ancient Egyptian ruler is often depicted with a double crown? | â–¶ Narmer |
| What is the name of the ancient Egyptian queen who ruled alongside her husband Akhenaten? | â–¶ Nefertiti |
| What is the name of the ancient city that was the center of sun worship and home to the temple of Aten? | â–¶ Akhetaten (Amarna) |
| What is the name of the double temple built by Ramesses II and his wife Nefertari at Abu Simbel? | â–¶ The Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Nefertari |
| What is the name of the ancient Egyptian city known for its massive stone quarries? | â–¶ Aswan |
| Which ancient Egyptian necropolis is home to the Valley of the Queens? | â–¶ Thebes |
| What is the name of the world-famous Egyptian museum located in Cairo? | â–¶ The Egyptian Museum |
| What is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World? | â–¶ The Great Pyramid of Giza |
| In which city is the Great Sphinx of Giza located? | â–¶ Giza |
| What is the name of the temple complex dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu? | â–¶ Karnak Temple Complex |
| What is the name of the temple built by Ramesses II at Abu Simbel? | â–¶ The Great Temple |
| Which city is home to the ancient Library of Alexandria? | â–¶ Alexandria |
| What is the ancient Egyptian step pyramid called? | â–¶ The Step Pyramid of Djoser |
| Which ancient city, near modern Luxor, is home to many tombs and mortuary temples? | â–¶ Thebes |
| What is the name of the temple built by Queen Hatshepsut? | â–¶ The Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahri) |
| Which ancient Egyptian necropolis is home to the Valley of the Kings? | â–¶ Thebes |
| In which city is the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the god Horus, located? | â–¶ Edfu |
| What is the name of the temple complex located on an island in the Nile River? | â–¶ Philae Temple Complex |
| Which ancient city was known for its catacombs, featuring elaborate tombs? | â–¶ Alexandria |
| What is the name of the fortress built by Saladin in Cairo? | â–¶ The Citadel of Saladin |
| Which city is home to the Serapeum, an ancient temple dedicated to the god Serapis? | â–¶ Alexandria |
| In which city is the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus, located? | â–¶ Kom Ombo |
| Which ancient Egyptian city is known for its well-preserved temple of Seti I? | â–¶ Abydos |
| What is the name of the open-air museum located in Memphis? | â–¶ Memphis Open-Air Museum |
| What is the name of the obelisk that was originally built for the Karnak Temple Complex? | â–¶ The Luxor Obelisk |
| What is the name of the temple built by Ramesses III at Medinet Habu? | â–¶ The Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III |
| Which ancient city is home to the Unfinished Obelisk? | â–¶ Aswan |
| What is the name of the ancient Egyptian temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek? | â–¶ The Temple of Kom Ombo |
| Which ancient city is home to the temple of Hathor, the goddess of love and joy? | â–¶ Dendera |
| What is the name of the ancient Egyptian city known for its well-preserved Ptolemaic temples? | â–¶ Edfu |
| What is the name of the ancient Egyptian city that was the center of worship for the god Amon-Ra? | â–¶ Thebes |
| In which city is the Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in Egypt, located? | â–¶ Cairo |
| What is the official language of Egypt? | â–¶ Arabic |
| What is the main religion in Egypt? | â–¶ Islam |
| What is the national dish of Egypt? | â–¶ Ful medames |
| What is the traditional Egyptian bread called? | â–¶ Aish baladi |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian stuffed grape leaves dish? | â–¶ Mahshi wara’ enab |
| What is the name of the famous Egyptian dessert made with pastry and nuts? | â–¶ Baklava |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian rice dish with lentils and pasta? | â–¶ Kushari |
| Which musical instrument is commonly used in Egyptian music? | â–¶ Oud |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian dance performed by women? | â–¶ Raqs baladi (belly dance) |
| What is the name of the colorful Egyptian tent fabric used for celebrations? | â–¶ Khayamiya |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian garment similar to a tunic? | â–¶ Galabeya |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian headscarf worn by men? | â–¶ Taqiyah |
| What is the most popular sport in Egypt? | â–¶ Football (soccer) |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian coffeehouse? | â–¶ Ahwa |
| What is the name of the Egyptian bean stew typically eaten for breakfast? | â–¶ Ful medames |
| What is the name of the famous Egyptian spice mix used in cooking? | â–¶ Dukkah |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian tea with mint? | â–¶ Shai bil na’na |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian dessert made with semolina? | â–¶ Basbousa |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian water pipe? | â–¶ Shisha |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian flute? | â–¶ Ney |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian brick oven? | â–¶ Forn |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian hand drum? | â–¶ Tabla (darbuka) |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian stringed instrument? | â–¶ Qanun |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian boat used on the Nile River? | â–¶ Felucca |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian communal meal eaten during Ramadan? | â–¶ Iftar |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian sugar-based candy? | â–¶ Halawa |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian pickled vegetables? | â–¶ Torshi |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian date-filled cookie? | â–¶ Kahk |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian stuffed pigeon dish? | â–¶ Hamam mahshi |
| What is the name of the traditional Egyptian deep-fried chickpea dish? | â–¶ Ta’amiya (Egyptian falafel) |
| What was the final plague that convinced Pharaoh to let the Israelites go? | â–¶ Death of the firstborn |
| What biblical figure is associated with the construction of the city of Rameses in Egypt? | â–¶ Joseph |
| In the Bible, what did Joseph’s brothers sell him for? | â–¶ 20 pieces of silver |
| Which biblical figure, the wife of Abraham, was taken into Pharaoh’s palace in Egypt? | â–¶ Sarai (Sarah) |
| According to the Bible, how many years did the Israelites spend in Egypt before the Exodus? | â–¶ 430 year |
About the Author
Tim majored in Humanities with a bachelor in English and Theatre at New York State University. He lectured on entertainment business studies for three years at Plymouth College.
Tim has been a trivia host in his current hometown of Pittsburgh for the past two years. He enjoys hanging out with people who love trivia just as much as he does.
His friends call him the Question Master.
