Nefertiti and Akhenaten part 4: a Mysterious Female Pharaoh

The transcript discusses the religious transition in ancient Egypt from Aten to Amun worship following the reign of Akhenaten. It explores the brief and mysterious rule of Smenkare, who may have been a coregent or a short-lived pharaoh. The text delves into theories about Nefertiti possibly ruling as a female pharaoh, either as herself or under a male guise, drawing parallels with Hatshepsut's earlier reign. It also considers the potential regal crisis following Akhenaten's death and Nefertiti's possible role in maintaining stability and influence during this period.

What was the main religious change in Egypt after the reign of Akanartan?

• The worship of Atten was replaced by Amun.

• The worship of Ra was introduced.

• The worship of Amun was replaced by Atten.

• The worship of Osiris became dominant.

Who is speculated to have been the female Pharaoh Nefa Nefaroartan?

• Hatshepsut

• Meritartan

• Cleopatra

• Nefertari

What evidence suggests that Meritartan was not the female Pharaoh?

• A box in Tutankhamun's tomb listing her as a separate individual.

• An inscription naming her as a male ruler.

• A statue depicting her as a goddess.

• A papyrus scroll detailing her life.

What unusual step did Nefertiti possibly take to maintain her position as Pharaoh?

• She married Tutankhamun.

• She adopted a male name and attire.

• She built a new capital city.

• She formed an alliance with Rome.

What was the age of Tutankhamun when he ascended to the throne?

• Fifteen years old

• Eighteen years old

• Twelve years old

• Nine years old