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The Significance and Factors of Ramses II's Reign

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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This worksheet explores the importance of Ramses II and the factors that contributed to his legacy, encouraging students to analyze and justify their opinions.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Pharaohs & Pyramids
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#Ramses II
#Categorize the political, social, economic, and religious factors relevant to Ramses II's reign
#Compare the significance of different factors in shaping Ramses II's legacy
#Explain how these factors contributed to Egypt's history during Ramses II's rule
#Analyse the relative importance of each factor based on evidence

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The Significance and Factors of Ramses II's Reign

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Introduction to Ramses II and his Reign

Ramses II, also known as Ramses the Great, was one of Egypt's most powerful and influential pharaohs. His reign lasted for about 66 years during the 13th century BCE. Ramses II is famous for his military campaigns, extensive building projects—including temples and statues—and for strengthening Egypt's influence in the ancient world.

Source A: Excerpt from an ancient inscription

'Ramses II expanded the borders of Egypt and secured its wealth and stability. His building projects proclaimed his greatness and divine authority.' Provenance: Ancient Egyptian inscription on a temple wall, circa 1250 BCE.

1.
Categorize the factors that contributed to Ramses II's significance into Political, Social, Economic, and Religious groups. List at least one factor for each category.
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the political and religious factors in terms of their importance to Ramses II’s legacy. Which was MORE significant? Justify your answer with evidence.
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the economic factors that contributed to Ramses II's ability to undertake extensive building projects. How did these factors support his reign?
[4 marks]
4.
Explain how Ramses II’s military campaigns influenced his social and political significance.
[6 marks]
5.
Which factor—political, social, economic, or religious—do you think was the most significant in creating Ramses II’s legacy? Justify your choice with evidence.
[6 marks]
6.
Compare how the social and economic factors worked together to strengthen Ramses II’s rule.
[6 marks]
7.
Analyze why Ramses II’s religious activities were essential to his overall significance as a pharaoh.
[6 marks]
8.
Outline the main factors that contributed to Ramses II’s lasting importance in Egyptian history.
[4 marks]
9.
Compare Ramses II’s reign to that of another Egyptian pharaoh in terms of significance and factors. Which reign was more influential? Justify your answer.
[8 marks]

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