Egyptian Leaders
Was Thutmose III born into royalty?
Yes
At what age did Egyptian boys stope being educated by their parents and started having a formal education?
AGE SEVEN
What was everyone expected to do for the celebrations?
To celebrate them.
Does Ramses II have royal blood?
Yes
What trade did Egyptian boys learn?
THE TRADE THEIR FATHERS WORKED IN
What were the ancient Egyptian celebrations centered around?
The gods and goddesses.
Who did Thutmose III try to erase from history, and why?
His step-mother (a.k.a. the last pharaoh), because he wanted to be known for her accomplishments
What's the difference between the end of formal education now and in Ancient Egypt?
THEIR EDUCATION WAS SHORTER, AND THEY DID NOT GO TO COLLAGE (like people usually do)
What did the celebrations usually involve?
They involved sacrifices and offerings.
What deity was Ramses II recognized as? (Think back in the book)
The god of the sun
What subjects did Egyptian boys usually learn in their formal education?
READING, WRITING, SPORTS, MATH, AND SOCIAL GRACES
What were the two most important celebrations?
The Opet Festival and the Sed Festival.
What's one way that makes Thutmose III and Ramses II different?
Ramses was moved from his tomb, he was recognized as a deity, and his grandfather married into royalty. Thutmose had a step-mother, whom he tried to erase from history.
What was the subject that Egyptian boys learned in school that you (hopefuly) learned from your parents?
SOCIAL GRACES
Why were the ancient Egyptian celebrations essential for?
Religion, social, and agricultural events.