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Egypt test
Question | Answer |
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Who founded the new kingdom of ancient Egypt? | Ahmose |
How did the Egyptians take advantage of the Nile flooding? | They became successful farmers. |
What were the main occupations of middle class? | Trading and scribing |
What title the ruler of ancient Egypt during the old kingdom? | Pharoah |
What legal rights did women have in ancient Egyptian society? | They could own property and obtain divorces. |
What significant roles did temples play in ancient Egypt? | Priests and priestesses conducted daily rituals and safeguarded valuable possessions. |
What advancements did the Egyptians make in mathematics while building the pyramids? | They created a system of written numbers and fractions. |
What is one significant aspect of Tutankhamen's reign as Pharoah? | He restored the worship of many deities after the previous Pharoah's religious reforms. |
What form of government did ancient Egypt have during the Old Kingdom period? | Theocracy |
What is a fan shaped area of fertile marshland formed where the Nile River meets the Mediterranean Sea? | Delta |
What is a line of rulers from one family? | Dynasty |
How did the Hyksos contribute to the military advancements in ancient Egypt? | They introduced bronze and iron weapons to the Egyptian army. |
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. |
Who were two of the most crucial gods in ancient Egyptian religion? | Ra and Anubis |
How did the Egyptians determine the direction of north during the construction of the pyramids? | By observing the stars and studying astronomy. |