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Egypt Test
Term | Definition |
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What legal rights did women have in ancient Egyptian society? | They could own property and obtain divorces |
What was the primary occupation of unskilled workers in ancient Egypt? | Manual Labor |
Why is the period of the Middle Kingdom in Egypt considered a "golden age"? | Because it marked a period of peace, order, and prosperity after a time of internal conflict and violence. |
What was a significant change in Egyptian tomb construction during the Middle Kingdom? | Tombs were no longer built above ground but instead carved into limestone cliffs. |
How did the Hyksos contribute to the military advancements in ancient Egypt? | They introduced bronze and iron weapons to the Egyptian army. |
Which statement best describes the outcome of the Hyksos rule in Egypt? | Egyptian princes, led by Ahmose, eventually drove the Hyksos out of Egypt. |
What material did Egyptian traders exchange with the Phoenicians? | Purple dye and furniture |
What form of government did ancient Egypt have during the Old Kingdom period? | Theocracy |
True or False: The ruler of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom period was initially referred to as a king before later being called a pharaoh. | True |
What were the main occupations of the middle class in ancient Egyptian society? | Farming and fishing |
What was a significant change in Egyptian tomb construction during the Middle Kingdom? | Tombs were no longer built above ground but instead carved into limestone cliffs. |
How did the Hyksos contribute to the military advancements in ancient Egypt? | They introduced bronze and iron weapons to the Egyptian army. |
Which statement best describes the outcome of the Hyksos rule in Egypt? | Egyptian princes, led by Ahmose, eventually drove the Hyksos out of Egypt. |
What was Hatshepsut known for during her reign as pharaoh? | Restoring trade relations and promoting trade instead of warfare |
What material did Egyptian traders exchange with the Phoenicians? | Purple dye and furniture |