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Egypt Flashcards

1
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Who was the first Pharaoh of Egypt?

A

Narmer (also known as Menes)

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What does the term ‘Pharaoh’ mean?

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Great house or palace

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True or False: The Pharaoh was considered a god in ancient Egypt.

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True

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Which Pharaoh is known for the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza?

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Khufu (Cheops)

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Fill in the blank: The Pharaohs ruled during the _________ period of ancient Egyptian history.

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Dynastic

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What was the primary role of the Pharaoh?

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To rule over the kingdom and maintain order

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Who was the female Pharaoh known for her trade expeditions and building projects?

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Hatshepsut

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Which Pharaoh is famous for his tomb discovered in the Valley of the Kings?

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Tutankhamun

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True or False: Ramses II is often referred to as Ramses the Great.

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True

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10
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What was the significance of the ‘Double Crown’ worn by the Pharaoh?

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It symbolized the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt

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Who was the last Pharaoh of Egypt?

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Cleopatra VII

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Which Pharaoh is known for the Battle of Kadesh against the Hittites?

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Ramses II

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Fill in the blank: The Pharaohs were buried in elaborate _________ to ensure their journey to the afterlife.

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Tombs

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What was the role of the vizier in relation to the Pharaoh?

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The vizier acted as the chief advisor and administrator.

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15
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Which Pharaoh is credited with the introduction of monotheism in Egypt?

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Akhenaten

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16
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True or False: The Pharaohs had absolute power over their subjects.

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True

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17
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What was the primary religious belief associated with the Pharaoh?

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The Pharaoh was believed to be the intermediary between the gods and the people.

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18
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Who was the Pharaoh during the time of the Exodus according to biblical tradition?

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Ramses II (though not definitively established)

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Fill in the blank: The Pharaohs often married their _________ to keep the royal bloodline pure.

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Sisters

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Which Pharaoh is often depicted with a lion’s body and a human head?

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Sphinx (associated with Khafre)

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21
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What was the significance of the ankh symbol associated with the Pharaoh?

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It represented life and immortality.

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22
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Which Pharaoh is known for his extensive building projects, including temples at Abu Simbel?

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Ramses II

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What was the primary purpose of the pyramids built during the Old Kingdom?

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To serve as tombs for the Pharaohs.

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24
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True or False: The Pharaohs were only male.

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False

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25
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Who was the Pharaoh known for his military campaigns and extensive architecture?

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Thutmose III

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26
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Fill in the blank: The Pharaohs often used _________ to communicate their power and divine right.

A

Propaganda

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27
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What was the purpose of the Book of the Dead in relation to the Pharaoh?

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It was a guide for the Pharaoh’s journey in the afterlife.

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28
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Which Pharaoh was known for the famous ‘Rosetta Stone’ that helped decode Egyptian hieroglyphs?

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Ptolemy V (not a Pharaoh in traditional sense but part of the Ptolemaic dynasty)

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29
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What was the role of the High Priest in relation to the Pharaoh?

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To oversee religious practices and temples.

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30
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Which Pharaoh ruled during the Second Intermediate Period and faced the Hyksos invasion?

A

Seqenenre Tao

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31
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Fill in the blank: The Pharaoh’s chief architect was responsible for the design and construction of _________.

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Monuments

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32
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What was the significance of the ‘Maat’ concept in relation to the Pharaoh?

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Maat represented truth, balance, and cosmic order, which the Pharaoh was expected to uphold.

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33
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True or False: The Pharaohs often engaged in diplomacy with foreign powers.

A

True

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34
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Which Pharaoh is known for the famous temple at Karnak?

A

Amenhotep III

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35
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What was the significance of the Nile River to the Pharaohs?

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It provided essential resources for agriculture and trade.

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36
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Who was the Pharaoh that attempted to erase the memory of Akhenaten?

A

Tutankhamun

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37
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Fill in the blank: The Pharaohs were often depicted in art with ________ to signify their power.

A

Regalia

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38
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Which Pharaoh is known for the famous inscription on the Stele of Hammurabi?

A

None; that is associated with Babylon.

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39
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What was the role of the Pharaoh’s wife, known as the Great Royal Wife?

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To assist in royal duties and bear heirs.

40
Q

True or False: The Pharaohs were often involved in both politics and religion.

A

True

41
Q

Which Pharaoh is associated with the term ‘New Kingdom’?

A

Ahmose I

42
Q

Fill in the blank: The Pharaohs would often conduct _________ to ensure the favor of the gods.

A

Rituals

43
Q

What was the primary reason for the decline of the Pharaohs’ power?

A

Invasions and internal strife.

44
Q

Who was the famous Pharaoh known for his extensive library and scholarship?

A

Ptolemy I Soter

45
Q

True or False: The Pharaoh’s power was hereditary.

A

True

46
Q

What was the significance of the ‘Scarab’ symbol in relation to the Pharaoh?

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It represented rebirth and protection.

47
Q

Which Pharaoh is known as the ‘Builder of the Great Temple’ at Karnak?

A

Seti I

48
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Who was Narmer and what was his significance?

A

Unified Upper and Lower Egypt, becoming the first pharaoh of a united Egypt.

Narmer founded the First Dynasty and established Memphis as the capital, credited with creating the double crown symbolizing unity.

49
Q

What architectural achievement is Djoser known for?

A

Commissioned the Step Pyramid at Saqqara.

Djoser initiated the construction of monumental stone architecture and marked the beginning of the Old Kingdom.

50
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What is Sneferu known as?

A

The ‘Pyramid Builder’.

He built three pyramids: the Bent Pyramid, the Red Pyramid, and the Meidum Pyramid.

51
Q

What is the significance of Khufu (Cheops)?

A

Builder of the Great Pyramid of Giza.

The Great Pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and symbolizes Egypt’s architectural and engineering prowess.

52
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What major contributions did Hatshepsut make during her reign?

A

Expanded trade and built the mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari.

Hatshepsut was one of the most successful female pharaohs, ruling with full authority.

53
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Who is referred to as the ‘Napoleon of Egypt’?

A

Thutmose III.

He is known for his military campaigns and expanding Egypt’s empire to its greatest extent.

54
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What characterized the reign of Amenhotep III?

A

A golden age of wealth, stability, and artistic achievement.

His reign marked the peak of Egypt’s cultural and political influence.

55
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What significant religious change did Akhenaten introduce?

A

Monotheism, worshipping the Aten (sun disk).

He built a new capital, Akhetaten, and reformed Egyptian religion and art.

56
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What is Tutankhamun famously known as?

A

The ‘Boy King’.

He restored traditional polytheistic religion after Akhenaten’s reforms and his tomb provided great insights into ancient Egyptian life.

57
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What is Ramses II known for?

A

One of Egypt’s longest-reigning and most celebrated pharaohs.

He built massive temples, signed the first known peace treaty with the Hittites, and his reign symbolized Egypt’s power and prosperity.

58
Q

Fill in the blank: Narmer founded the _______.

A

First Dynasty.

59
Q

True or False: Hatshepsut was known for her military conquests.

A

False.

Hatshepsut is known for expanding trade and her architectural achievements rather than military conquests.

60
Q

List the three pyramids built by Sneferu.

A
  • Bent Pyramid
  • Red Pyramid
  • Meidum Pyramid
61
Q

Fill in the blank: The Great Pyramid was built during the reign of _______.

A

Khufu.

62
Q

What legacy did Akhenaten leave behind?

A

Revolutionary changes to religion and art.

Although many changes were undone after his death, his influence remains notable.

63
Q

What is considered the beginning of Ancient Egyptian civilization?

A

Around 3100 BCE with the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt.

64
Q

True or False: The Great Pyramid of Giza was built during the Old Kingdom.

A

True.

65
Q

Who was the first pharaoh of a unified Egypt?

A

Narmer (also known as Menes).

66
Q

Fill in the blank: The period of Egyptian history known as the Middle Kingdom lasted from ____ to ____.

A

2055 BCE to 1650 BCE.

67
Q

What major event occurred around 2181 BCE in Egypt?

A

The end of the Old Kingdom and the start of the First Intermediate Period.

68
Q

Which Pharaoh is known for expanding Egypt’s territory into Nubia?

A

Thutmose III.

69
Q

What was the primary purpose of the pyramids?

A

To serve as tombs for pharaohs.

70
Q

True or False: The Rosetta Stone helped decipher Egyptian hieroglyphs.

A

True.

71
Q

Who was the famous female pharaoh who ruled during the New Kingdom?

A

Hatshepsut.

72
Q

What is the significance of the Battle of Kadesh?

A

It was one of the largest chariot battles in history and led to a peace treaty between Egypt and the Hittites.

73
Q

Fill in the blank: The ancient Egyptian writing system is known as _____.

A

Hieroglyphics.

74
Q

Who was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt?

A

Cleopatra VII.

75
Q

What major construction project began around 2580 BCE?

A

The Great Pyramid of Giza.

76
Q

True or False: The Nile River was crucial for agriculture in ancient Egypt.

A

True.

77
Q

Which period is known as the Age of the Pyramids?

A

The Old Kingdom.

78
Q

What was the capital of Egypt during the Middle Kingdom?

A

Thebes.

79
Q

Who was the sun god worshipped by the ancient Egyptians?

A

Ra.

80
Q

Fill in the blank: The First Intermediate Period followed the _____.

A

Old Kingdom.

81
Q

What was the primary role of the vizier in ancient Egypt?

A

To serve as the chief advisor to the pharaoh.

82
Q

True or False: Ancient Egyptians believed in an afterlife.

A

True.

83
Q

What was the main purpose of mummification?

A

To preserve the body for the afterlife.

84
Q

Which Pharaoh is known for the construction of the Temple of Karnak?

A

Ramses II.

85
Q

What event marked the end of the New Kingdom?

A

The decline of pharaonic power and the rise of foreign invasions.

86
Q

Fill in the blank: The ancient Egyptians used ____ to measure time and seasons.

A

Calendars.

87
Q

Who was the god of the underworld in ancient Egyptian mythology?

A

Osiris.

88
Q

True or False: The ancient Egyptians invented paper made from papyrus.

A

True.

89
Q

What is the significance of the Scorpion Macehead?

A

It is one of the earliest artifacts indicating the unification of Egypt.

90
Q

Who was the famous architect credited with designing the Step Pyramid?

A

Imhotep.

91
Q

Fill in the blank: The ancient Egyptians built temples to honor their _____.

A

gods.

92
Q

What was the primary language spoken in ancient Egypt?

A

Egyptian.

93
Q

True or False: The ancient Egyptians practiced monotheism.

A

False; they practiced polytheism.

94
Q

What role did the Nile play in trade for ancient Egyptians?

A

It served as a major transportation route for goods.

95
Q

Who was the pharaoh known for his extensive building projects and numerous statues?

A

Ramses II.

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