Cleopatra (Bedtime History)

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Cleopatra (Bedtime History)
13 min3rd4th5th6thSocial Studies
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Summary

The story of the clever last pharaoh of ancient Egypt, a ruler who spoke many languages and used her intelligence to protect her kingdom.

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Discussion

The story of the clever last pharaoh of ancient Egypt, a ruler who spoke many languages and used her intelligence to protect her kingdom.

  1. What made Cleopatra a skilled and unusual ruler?
  2. How did knowing many languages help her lead?
  3. What can ancient Egypt's rulers tell us about that civilization?

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Vocabulary: pharaoh, ancient Egypt, ruler.

Try it: Design a royal seal for a ruler. What symbol would show strength and wisdom?