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Ancient Egyptian; Son of Osiris. Sister of Osiris; Mother of Horus(!). Horus Osiris Isis. HOMEWORK: Research these three Egyptian gods. 5 facts for each. Extension: what do these gods tell us about Egyptian society. Ruled by ( popular ?) foreigners. Lower Egypt. Red Sea.
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Ancient Egyptian; Son of Osiris Sister of Osiris; Mother of Horus(!) Horus Osiris Isis • HOMEWORK: • Research these three Egyptian gods. • 5 facts for each. • Extension: what do these gods tell us about Egyptian society
Lower Egypt Red Sea Alexander had conquered Egypt in 332 BC. He was popular. Watch the clip from 3.50 to end. Middle Egypt Valley of the Kings Upper Egypt
The Ptolemy Family Ptolemy I
The Ptolemy Family • What were the benefits of ruling Egypt? • Any possible disadvantages? Ptolemy I
Ptolemies – a strong dynasty? • How would you describe the world into which Cleopatra (daughter of Ptolemy XII) was born? • Support your description with examples. • What qualities would she need in order to be a successful queen in 1st century BC?