Family
How old was Hatshepsut when she had to marry her half-brother Tuthmosis ii?
12
When and where does the story take place?
Ancient Egypt
What role did Hatshepsut take after the death of her husband?
Regent for her nephew Tuthmosis iii
What is one reason Hatshepsut is remembered as one of Egypt’s greatest rulers?
She successfully ruled as a female pharaoh
(and expanded Egypt’s wealth through trade and construction projects)
The next male heir, Tuthmosis ii
What was the primary purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?
Pyramids were tombs built for pharaohs and high-ranking officials to ensure their safe journey into the afterlife.
How was Hatshepsut's reign described as?
Peaceful
What happened to Hatshepsut’s legacy after her death?
Thutmosis iii tried to erase her from historical records by destroying statues and inscriptions of her.
Who was Tuthmosis ii's Great Wife?
Hatshepsut
What was the name of the ancient writing system used in Egypt?
Hieroglyphics
How did Hatshepsut portray herself when she was pharaoh?
As a male ruler- wearing male clothes/accessories and would refer to herself as "he"
In what way did Hatshepsut influence the role of women in Ancient Egypt?
Her reign demonstrated that women could hold powerful political positions, though her success was rare.
After Hatshepsut become Pharaoh, who did she expect would become the next Pharoah?
Tuthmosis iii, not her own daughter Neferure
What is the name of the stone coffin that would hold a dead body?
sarcophagus (sar-KOFF-ah-guss)
What architectural achievement is Hatshepsut most famous for?
Deir el-Bahri, which she dedicated to Amen
What bold and unique thing did Hatshepsut do when she was regent?
Hatshepsut took a bold and unprecedented step: She had herself crowned pharaoh
Why was there a lot of marriages between family members?
Because for someone to be Pharaoh, they needed to be related or of royal blood.
What was the significance of mummification in Ancient Egyptian culture?
Mummification was believed to preserve the body for the afterlife
Instead of expanding Egypt’s borders through war and conquest, Hatshepsut built monuments within her country to
proclaim its power
Hatshepsut sent an expedition to ______, where they got valuable goods