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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 405-444.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who enticed the Hyksos to attack Thebes with promises of treasure?
(a) Pharaoh.
(b) Hui.
(c) Lord Intef.
(d) Salitis.

2. Why does Taita think he deserves to be called the best artist in all the land?
(a) Because of his painted murals.
(b) Because of his medicinal skills.
(c) Because of his clay pots.
(d) Because of his writing prowess.

3. After Taita witnesses the lovers' kiss, what does Lostris demand of him?
(a) That he never speak of that moment.
(b) That he convince Pharaoh to approve their marriage.
(c) That he help them elope.
(d) That he convince her father to approve their marriage.

4. What moment does Taita mark as the turning point in Egypt's history away from despair?
(a) When Tanus wins a battle again.
(b) When Lostris and Memnon take power.
(c) When Pharaoh dies.
(d) When Tanus rallies his troops again.

5. How is Tanus injured in the first elephant hunt?
(a) The elephant's trunk strikes his chariot.
(b) He is struck by another warrior's arrow.
(c) His chariot loses a wheel.
(d) He loses his balance and falls out of the chariot.

Short Answer Questions

1. Once he is seated on the ark carrying his coffin, what unprecedented thing does Pharaoh do?

2. How do Egyptians treat their women in comparison to surrounding nations?

3. Why do Taita and Tanus kill six Shrikes on the road?

4. How does Pharaoh treat Lostris?

5. When Tanus enters the temple of Osiris, what is the crowd's reaction?

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