The document discusses the mystery of how the ancient Egyptians constructed the massive pyramids at Giza without modern machinery. It provides a writing prompt asking students to write a 3-4 paragraph paper summarizing at least two scholarly theories that could explain how the pyramids were built. Students are asked to identify one theory as being the most plausible and provide two reasons for why it is the best explanation. Sources must be cited following APA style.

1. Develop a three to four (3-4) paragraph essay (of at least 250-
500 words) which adequately address the topic
Topic: There have been many theories regarding how the
pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they
were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but “how”
these ancient people constructed monuments of such great size
without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being
debated.
Write a three to four (3-4) paragraph paper in which you:
Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at
least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could
explain the mystery. Because some theories may sound far-
fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as
a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.
After summarizing at least two (2) scholarly theories, identify
one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and provide at least
two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is
the best one to explain the mystery. This will involve some
critical reasoning skills on your part.
Use at least two (2) sources plus the class textbook. (Three [3]
sources total as the minimum)
Note:
Wikipedia and other similar Websites do not qualify as
academic resources. You are highly encouraged to use the
Resource Center tab at the top of your Blackboard page.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size
12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references
must follow APA style format. Both in-text citations and a
References list are required. Citations and references must
follow APA style format. Check with your professor for any
additional instructions. (
Note:

2. Students can find APA style materials located in the course
shell for guidance).
Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the
student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the
date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in
the required assignment page length. For our purposes, you may
omit any abstract page.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this
assignment are:
Explain how key social, cultural, and artistic contributions
contribute to historical changes.
Explain the importance of situating a society’s cultural and
artistic expressions within a historical context.
Examine the influences of intellectual, religious, political, and
socio-economic forces on social, cultural, and artistic
expressions.
Identify major historical developments in world cultures during
the eras of antiquity to the Renaissance
Use technology and information resources to research issues in
the study of world cultures.
Write clearly and concisely about world cultures using proper
writing mechanics.