Nefertiti and Akhenaten part 5: Return to Amun

The transcript discusses the reign of Nefa Nefaru Atan, possibly Nefertiti, and the return to polytheism in Egypt. It highlights the repurposing of funerary goods for Tutankhamun, originally meant for Nefa Nefaru Atan. The narrative covers the succession of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun's distancing from the Atan cult and the political shifts that followed. Haremhead's reign marked the erasure of Nefertiti and Akanartan's legacy. Despite attempts to erase her, Nefertiti's influence and power as a royal woman are evident, exemplified by her famous bust.

What significant change did Nefa Nefaru Atan make during her reign?

• She introduced monotheism.

• She abolished the priesthood.

• She returned to polytheistic worship.

• She expanded the Egyptian empire.

What was a possible reason for the repurposing of Nefa Nefaru Atan's funerary goods?

• She was overthrown in a power struggle.

• She voluntarily gave them away.

• They were stolen by grave robbers.

• They were sold to foreign traders.

How did Pharaoh I contribute to the changes after Tutankhamun's reign?

• He reinstated the old gods and temples.

• He allied with foreign powers.

• He expanded the worship of Atan.

• He built new sun temples.

What action did Haremhead take to distance himself from the Amarna period?

• He declared war on neighboring countries.

• He erased the names of Nefertiti and Akhenaten.

• He built new monuments.

• He increased trade with other nations.

What artifact helped piece together Nefertiti's historical significance?

• Her royal scepter.

• Her personal diary.

• Her golden chariot.

• Her famous bust.