4th Grade S.S. LEAP Queen Hatshepsut

Use Source 1 to answer the question.
Which physical feature is most important to the region known as ancient Egypt?

• Large mountain ranges

• The Nile River

• Thick forests

• Vast deserts

Use Source 2 to answer the question.
Which statement best describes the purpose of Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple?

• It was a place to store grain for the people.

• It was a center for learning and education.

• It was built to honor the gods and celebrate Hatshepsut’s achievements.

• It was a royal palace for the pharaoh’s family.

Use Source 3 to answer the questions.
Part A: Which conclusion can best be made about Hatshepsut's trading expedition to Punt?

• The expedition was unsuccessful and returned empty-handed.

• The expedition was an important event that brought wealth and valuable goods to Egypt.

• The expedition resulted in the development of Egypt’s first navy.

• The expedition was meant to conquer new territories and expand Egypt’s borders.

Part B: Which sentence from Source 3 supports the answer to Part A?

• "These gifts were presented to the gods and used in the temples of Egypt."

• "In the 9th year of my reign, I sent a trading expedition to the land of Punt."

• "I was praised by the gods for my wisdom and ability to lead Egypt to prosperity."

• "The ships used in the expedition were the largest ever built in Egypt."

Use Source 4 to answer the question.
Which statement best describes Queen Hatshepsut’s role in ancient Egypt?

• She was the first female pharaoh and ruled Egypt with great success.

• She was only a regent and never ruled as a pharaoh.

• She conquered many foreign lands and expanded Egypt’s empire.

• She built the Great Pyramid of Giza.

Use Source 4 to answer the question.
How did Hatshepsut's reign contribute to the growth of ancient Egypt?

• She improved Egypt’s military power and conquered new lands.

• She built many pyramids and royal tombs.

• She expanded Egypt’s trade routes and brought wealth into the country.

• She reduced Egypt’s reliance on the Nile River for agriculture.

Use all of the sources to answer the question.
Write in the chart one correct description for each of Hatshepsut’s advancements and explain how each one helped Egypt during her reign.

Groups:

(a) Trade expedition to Punt

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(b) Mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari

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(c) Construction projects

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(d) Rule as pharaoh

• Brought myrrh and frankincense, boosting Egypt’s wealth.

• Enhanced Hatshepsut’s legacy as a successful pharaoh.

• Expanded Egypt’s architecture, showing power and stability.

• Ensured stability and prosperity during her reign.

Use the sources to answer the question.
Explain two different ways that Queen Hatshepsut’s reign affected the development of ancient Egypt. As you write, be sure to fully answer all parts of the prompt using information and examples from your knowledge of history.