king tut Flashcards
Who was King Tutankhamun?
King Tutankhamun was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 18th dynasty.
What significant event occurred in 1922 related to King Tutankhamun?
The tomb of King Tutankhamun was discovered by Howard Carter.
True or False: King Tutankhamun ruled for a long period.
False: He ruled for a very short period, approximately 9 years.
What is the significance of the tomb’s discovery?
The discovery provided immense insights into ancient Egyptian culture and burial practices.
Fill in the blank: The tomb of King Tutankhamun was located in the _______ Valley.
Valley of the Kings
What was found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb?
Numerous artifacts, including a golden sarcophagus, jewelry, and chariots.
Who was the archaeologist responsible for the discovery of King Tut’s tomb?
Howard Carter
Multiple Choice: What was one of the main reasons for the fame of King Tutankhamun?
His tomb was found nearly intact with many treasures.
What year did Howard Carter start the excavation of King Tutankhamun’s tomb?
1922
True or False: King Tutankhamun was the most powerful pharaoh of ancient Egypt.
False: He was a young king with limited power.
What age was King Tutankhamun when he became pharaoh?
He became pharaoh at the age of 9.
Fill in the blank: The discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb led to a renewed interest in _______.
ancient Egypt
What was the primary concern of Howard Carter during the excavation?
To preserve the artifacts and ensure the integrity of the tomb.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb?
A full-sized boat
What does the name ‘Tutankhamun’ mean?
Living image of Amun
True or False: The tomb of King Tutankhamun was discovered completely intact.
True: It was one of the few tombs found intact.
What was one of the major reasons for the tomb’s preservation?
It was buried under the debris of other tombs.
Who funded Howard Carter’s excavation work?
Lord Carnarvon
Fill in the blank: King Tutankhamun’s reign lasted from _______ to 1323 BC.
1332 BC
What was the impact of the discovery on popular culture?
It led to a fascination with ancient Egypt and a series of exhibitions worldwide.
Multiple Choice: What was a common belief about the tomb of King Tutankhamun?
It was cursed.
What materials were primarily used in the construction of King Tutankhamun’s sarcophagus?
Gold and precious stones
True or False: King Tutankhamun had many children.
False: He had no surviving children.
What is the significance of the artifacts found in the tomb?
They provide insights into the daily life and beliefs of ancient Egyptians.
