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What is the main reason the author chose Cleopatra for a book aimed at 8 to 12-year-olds?
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?
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?
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?
Why does the author believe Cleopatra is a role model for girls?
What are some of the elements associated with ancient Egypt and Rome mentioned in the text?
What are some of the elements associated with ancient Egypt and Rome mentioned in the text?
What is the main focus of the archaeological teams in Egypt?
What is the main focus of the archaeological teams in Egypt?
Who are the experts on their way to the Valley of the Kings?
Who are the experts on their way to the Valley of the Kings?
What is the ultimate goal of the archaeologists in Egypt?
What is the ultimate goal of the archaeologists in Egypt?
What is the significance of the Valley of the Kings?
What is the significance of the Valley of the Kings?
What role do Colleen and John Darnell play in the expedition?
What role do Colleen and John Darnell play in the expedition?
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