Foreign Relations
Which regions were significant for Egypt’s foreign relations during the New Kingdom?
Nubia and Syria-Palestine
What major religious changes occurred during the reign of Akhenaten?
the shift to worship Aten
What was the primary source of power for the pharaohs during the New Kingdom?
divine right
Who was the queen known for her role during Akhenaten's reign?
Nefertiti
Who was the first pharaoh of the Nineteenth Dynasty?
Ramesses I
Who were Rib-Addi and Aziru?
Vassal rulers in the context of Egyptian imperialism
What were the post-Amarna reforms?
the restoration of the worship of Amun and traditional practices
How did Amenhotep III consolidate power during his reign?
building programs and alliances through marriage
Identify the pharaoh who is known as the ultimate "Warrior Pharaoh."
Ramesses II
What was the outcome of the Battle of Kadesh?
the signing of one of the first known peace treaties
How did Ramesside imperialism manifest during Seti I’s reign?
military campaigns and expansion into Canaan
Name a significant building project during Ramesses II’s reign.
the temple at Abu Simbel or Ramesseum
What was the significance of the Amarna ‘revolution’ in terms of kingship?
the shift from polytheism to monotheism under Akhenaten
What was Amenhotep III’s contribution to art and architecture?
extensive building projects and monumental sculptures
Describe the significance of the construction of the temples at Karnak.
the demonstration of religious devotion to Amun and royal power
What role did diplomacy play in Egypt's relations with the Hittites?
Diplomatic marriage and peace treaty
How did Tutankhamun’s reign reflect the failure of the Amarna revolution?
the return to traditional beliefs and practices
How did the role of queens change during this period?
their increasing influence in politics and religion
What was the significance of Horemheb’s role after the Amarna period?
the restoration of traditional values and strengthening of the military
What is the modern name for a city, established as a new religious capital by Akhenaten, and later abandoned after the failure of his religious reforms.
Tell el-Amarna
Discuss the cultural exchanges between Egypt and Mitanni.
artistic influences and trade in luxury goods
What were the consequences of the Battle of Kadesh?
the establishment of the Egyptian-Hittite Peace Treaty
Describe the political significance of the Nineteenth Dynasty.
the establishment of strong military leadership and expansion of the empire
How did Ankhesenamun influence the succession of Tutankhamun?
securing his legitimacy
OR asking for a foreign (Hittite) prince for marriage
This powerful royal woman, wife of Amenhotep III and mother of Akhenaten, played a prominent political and religious role, and was sometimes depicted in divine form.
Queen Tiye