How did Hatshepsut succeed despite Egyptian patriarchal society?

She convinced her uncle to assert his authority to make her king.

She used typical signs of male power, such as a false beard, and authority from Amun-Re to assert her power.

She built many monuments in her honor that stood the test of time.

She assassinated her husband and her father so that she could steal the throne.

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The correct answer is: She used typical signs of male power, such as a false beard, and authority from Amun-Re to assert her power.

Hatshepsut adopted the symbols and regalia traditionally associated with male pharaohs, including wearing a false beard and dressing in male clothing, to establish her legitimacy as a ruler. She also claimed authority from the god Amun-Re, attributing her rule to his divine will. By presenting herself as a traditional pharaoh and relying on religious beliefs, Hatshepsut was able to overcome the societal barriers of Egyptian patriarchy and successfully rule as one of Egypt's most celebrated pharaohs.