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Egypt Test
Question | Answer |
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How did the Egyptians take advantage of the Nile's yearly spring flooding? | They became successful farmers |
What was the effect of increased farming and trade? | an organized government development |
What title did the ruler of ancient Egypt hold during the Old Kingdom period? | Pharaoh |
What advancements did the Egyptians make in mathematics while building the pyramids? | They created a system of written numbers and fractions |
What were the main occupations of the middle class in ancient Egyptian society? | Trading and scribing |
What medical advancements did the ancient Egyptians make based on their knowledge of embalming? | They created the first medical books |
Which best describes the type of government in Egypt after 3100BC? | a dynasty |
What legal rights did women have in ancient Egyptian society? | They could own property and obtain divorces |
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. |
How did the Hyksos contribute to the military advancements in ancient Egypt? | They introduced bronze and iron weapons to the Egyptian army. |
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 |
What marked the end of Hatshepsut's reign as pharaoh? | Her nephew, Thutmose III, assuming full power and removing her from royal texts and monuments |
What significant roles did temples play in ancient Egypt? | Priests and priestesses conducted daily rituals and safeguarded valuable possessions. |
What was one of the main reasons for Kush's significance as a trading hub? | Its location along the Nile River |