Middle Kingdom of Egypt: Key Concepts

Middle Kingdom of Egypt: Key Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The Middle Kingdom of Egypt, spanning from around 2040 to 1550 BCE, was marked by the reunification of Egypt under Mentuhotep II, significant administrative and military reforms, and economic prosperity. The period saw the development of a new administrative system, the formation of a standing army, and the expansion of trade. Cultural achievements included a rich literary tradition and advancements in writing. The Middle Kingdom ended with the rise of the Hyksos, who introduced new military technologies. The period is characterized by its economic growth, cultural achievements, and eventual decline due to foreign influence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for reuniting Egypt during the Middle Kingdom?

Senusret I

Mentuhotep II

Amenemhat I

Sobekneferu

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant change in administration during the Middle Kingdom?

Introduction of a standing army

Division of Egypt into three districts

Creation of a new capital

Appointment of two viziers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Amenemhat I come to power?

He inherited the throne from his father

He was elected by the people

He was appointed by the previous king

He seized power from King Mentuhotep IV

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Senusret I's major achievements?

Writing the Instructions of Amenemhat

Building the Great Pyramid

Expanding Egypt's borders and trade

Introducing chariots to Egypt

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What contributed to the economic prosperity of the Middle Kingdom?

Discovery of new gold mines

Expansion of trade with the Phoenicians

Conquest of the Hyksos

Introduction of a new currency

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key focus of Senusret III's foreign policy?

Conquering the Sinai Peninsula

Building a new capital

Establishing trade with Punt

Preventing southern tribes from entering Egypt

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant cultural development during the Middle Kingdom?

The rise of Middle Egyptian as a literary language

The introduction of hieroglyphics

The construction of the Library of Alexandria

The creation of the first Egyptian novel

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