Ancient Egypt Quiz: The New Kingdom

Ramses II fought the Hittites for years, but neither could defeat the other. They eventually formed an alliance.

Ramses II built a series of forts to protect Egypt's borders.

A stone slab with hieroglyphic writing, Greek, and later Egyptian text. Its discovery in 1799 by a French soldier allowed historians to decipher ancient Egyptian writing.

Temples were considered the homes of the Egyptian gods.

The Temple of Karnak, built to honor the sun god, is the longest temple in ancient Egypt. Temples often feature sphinxes, obelisks, and lavish decorations.

The period in Egyptian history after the Old Kingdom's decline, marked by a time of instability and conflict.

A period of peace and stability in Egypt that began around 2050 BC.

A group of people from Asia who used horses, chariots, and advanced weapons to conquer Egypt.

The time period in Egyptian history when the country reached its greatest power and glory.

A queen who ruled during the New Kingdom, known for her focus on trade and supporting the arts and agriculture.

The time period in ancient Egypt from 2700 to 2200 BCE, marked by political development and a belief in the pharaoh's divine status.

The absolute ruler of ancient Egypt, believed to be both a king and a god, responsible for managing the land and people for the other divinities.

A hierarchical system in ancient Egypt where individuals were ranked based on their social status, with the pharaoh at the top, followed by priests, nobles, the middle class, lower class, and slaves/servants.

A significant activity in ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom, involving the exchange of goods with other civilizations, leading to the acquisition of valuable resources like gold, ivory, and slaves.

A prominent feature of ancient Egyptian life, involving the worship of numerous gods and goddesses, the construction of temples, and a strong emphasis on the afterlife.

A system of writing used in ancient Egypt, using over 600 symbols, mostly pictures but some representing sounds.

A strong, long-lasting, paper-like material made from reeds, used by ancient Egyptians for writing.

Ancient Egyptians used this vibrant material in a variety of ways, including painting scenes on canvas, pottery, and tomb walls.

Ancient Egyptians created intricate jewelry using these precious materials, reflecting their wealth and artistry.

The tomb of this pharaoh, discovered in 1922, provided a vast collection of treasures and artifacts, offering insights into ancient Egyptian life and beliefs.