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Unraveling Cleopatra

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What is the main reason the author chose Cleopatra for a book aimed at 8 to 12-year-olds?

Her association with glamour, intrigue, and ancient history (correct)

Her power of life and death as an imperious pharaoh

Her survival in a dangerous world for almost four decades

Her role as a mighty queen sailing down the Nile

What characteristics of ancient Egypt and Rome are mentioned as appealing to both children and adults?

Glamour, intrigue, battles, sieges, and love affairs (correct)

Majestic queens and imperious pharaohs

Survival and legends

Sphinxes, gold, and glitter

What is Cleopatra's lasting victory, according to the text?

Being a mighty queen sailing majestically down the Nile

Exercising the power of life and death as an imperious pharaoh

Surviving for almost four decades in a dangerous world

People will remember her story for centuries to come (correct)

Why does the author believe Cleopatra is a role model for girls?

She is not a drippy role model and is a famous example in history Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the elements associated with ancient Egypt and Rome mentioned in the text?

Glamour, intrigue, and gold Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the archaeological teams in Egypt?

Unearthing the secrets of the ancient civilization Signup and view all the answers

Who are the experts on their way to the Valley of the Kings?

Renowned Egyptologists Colleen and John Darnell Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of the archaeologists in Egypt?

To find the lost tomb of Queen Cleopatra Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Valley of the Kings?

It is a burial site for ancient Egyptian pharaohs Signup and view all the answers

What role do Colleen and John Darnell play in the expedition?

Decoding hieroglyphs and searching for clues Signup and view all the answers