I WONDER - How Old Was Cleopatra When She Became Queen?

Cleopatra initially ruled Egypt alongside her father, Ptolemy, and later with her brother, also named Ptolemy. Her brother attempted to remove her from power, but Roman Emperor Julius Caesar intervened, supporting their joint rule. Cleopatra faced similar power struggles with other siblings but ultimately became the sole ruler of Egypt.

Who did Cleopatra initially rule alongside after her father's death?

• Her cousin

• Her mother

• Her brother

• Her sister

What action did Cleopatra's brother take against her?

• He ignored her

• He made her a co-ruler

• He sent her away

• He supported her rule

Which Roman figure played a role in Cleopatra's leadership?

• Nero

• Augustus

• Marcus Aurelius

• Julius Caesar

What was the outcome of Cleopatra's conflicts with her siblings?

• She was exiled permanently

• She became a co-ruler

• She became the sole ruler of Egypt

• She lost her power

How did Julius Caesar influence Cleopatra's rule?

• He exiled Cleopatra

• He supported her brother

• He ignored the conflict

• He enforced shared leadership