Three Kingdoms of Ancient Egypt Quiz

What did Pharaoh Khufu establish as the central authority?

• The pharaoh

• The vizier

• The high priest

• The council of elders

Which empire was the northern part of the Egyptian Empire in danger from during Ramses II's reign?

• The Assyrian Empire

• The Hittite Empire

• The Persian Empire

• The Babylonian Empire

In Ancient Egypt, what does the word "kingdom" refer to?

• A time period

• A geographical region

• A type of government

• A religious practice

What was one of the consequences of the power shift in the New Kingdom of Egypt?

• The power shift led to the weakening of Egypt's government.

• The power shift resulted in the expansion of Egypt's territory.

• The power shift strengthened the pharaoh's control over the people.

• The power shift increased trade with neighboring civilizations.

What was a significant change in the burial practices of Pharaohs during the Middle Kingdom (2000-1800 BCE)?

• Pharaohs were buried in cliff sides.

• Pharaohs were buried in pyramids.

• Pharaohs were cremated after death.

• Pharaohs were buried in elaborate underground tombs.

For whom were hundreds of statues and temples built during Ramses II's rule?

• Himself or his wife, Nefertari

• His son, Tutankhamun

• The goddess Isis

• The Pharaoh Akhenaten

What were the mines controlled by Pharaoh Senusret I rich in?

• Gold, copper, and gems such as purple amethyst

• Silver and diamonds

• Iron and coal

• Lead and quartz

What was Pharaoh Ramses II also known as?

• Ramses the Builder

• Ramses the Conqueror

• Ramses the Great

• Ramses the Warrior

How is Egyptian history grouped by historians?

• Into Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, and New Kingdom

• By dynasties and pharaohs

• According to geographical regions

• Based on major archaeological discoveries

Which of the following was not mentioned as an advancement made during the Middle Kingdom of Egypt?
Development of bronze weapons, Use of the loom, Construction of the Sphinx, Use of the shadoof

• Development of bronze weapons

• Use of the loom

• Construction of the Sphinx

• Use of the shadoof