Age of Civilization

Dr. J, I have a question as to Dr. Girtwood's class. You said that [for the assignment] they had to find trace of civilization before 4000 years ago, but if they quote some evolutionary sources, they could supposedly prove the Egyptian pyramids to be "10,000-12,000" years old. What was their take on this, or did the assignment mean continuous chronology?
Thanks! Noah in MD (BTW Noah, I have always envied you for your cool sideburns!)

Oil Deposit Ages

Dr. J, I met this college student a few weeks back at Boiling Springs Christian Service Camp. He was one of the more enthusiastic campers and asked the question below. I told him that you would do a better job answering this question.Thanks Dr. J and see you soon. In Him, Shelby
(the student asks...) I have a friend who might possibly accept the Biblical truth of creation if he could understand how all of the fossil fuels could have developed in only 6000 years. Could you offer any insights brother? Ryder

Giza Pyramid Old?

Dr. J, I have a question as to Dr. Girtwood's class. You said that they had to find trace of civilization before 4000 years ago, but if they quote some evolutionary sources, they could supposedly prove the Egyptian pyramids to be "10,000-12,000" years old. What was there take on this, or did the assignment mean ConTinuous chronology? Thanks! Noah in MD