"Would you rather" questions

• Would you rather be a Pharaoh or a common civilian in Ancient Egypt, and why?

This question encourages students to think about the differences in class and power in Ancient Egyptian society, as well as the associated responsibilities and privileges. This can lead to interesting discussions about social stratification and governance.

• Would you rather spend a day farming along the Nile River or writing on papyrus in an Ancient Egyptian school, and why?

The question taps into the daily life and professions in Ancient Egypt; farming, an essential activity supported by the Nile's fertility, and education, including the importance and rarity of literacy.

• If you were an architect, would you rather design a pyramid or a temple, and why?

This question requires understanding of Egyptian structures' roles and significance and can open conversations about achievements in architecture and engineering in Ancient Egypt.

• Would you rather have the Rosetta Stone or Egyptian Hieroglyphics to communicate, and why?

This would prompt students to reflect on the importance of language and communication in a civilization and the role of the Rosetta Stone in understanding hieroglyphics.

• Would you rather worship the sun god Ra or the afterlife god Osiris, and why?

This question introduces the complex mythology and religious beliefs in Ancient Egypt. Students have to explain their choice, prompting them to delve into the roles and importance of different gods.