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SS. Ch. 10
Assessment
Question | Answer |
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Important way historians learn about ancient Kush is through: | Egyptian tomb wall paintings. |
Kush was also called Nubia because of its: | Rich Gold mines. |
Physical feature most contributed to both of the following in ancient Kush? | Nile River |
Which event led to Kushites adopting Egyptian life in ancient Kush? | Egyptian pharaohs conquered Kush. |
What event is the best example of a dynasty? | the 15th line of Egyptian rulers |
For what achievement is King Piye of Kush remembered? | Conquering Egypt |
How did Kush regain its independence from Egypt? | The New Kingdom Collapsed |
What technology enabled Assyria to defeat Kush? | Iron weapons |
What advantage did Meroe have over Napata as a capitol of Kush? | It was farther from Egypt. |
Meroe became especially well known for the production of: | Iron |
Worship of a lion god in Kush reflected which influence on Kushite culture? | African |
How do records left by the Kushites after their separation from Egypt differ from earlier records of Kush? | They are written in a native language called Meroitic. |
How did the kandake Queen Amanirenas help protect Kush? | She led attacks on Roman forts. |
On what body of water was the closest seaport to Napata and Meroe most likely located? | Red Sea |