Question

Who was the greatest of the female pharaohs?
(1 point)
• Nefertiti
• Hatshepsut
• Sobeknofru
• Cleopatra

Answer 1

The greatest of the female pharaohs is often considered to be **Hatshepsut**. She ruled during the 18th Dynasty of Egypt and is known for her extensive building projects, trade expeditions, and for portraying herself in the traditional male pharaoh role, even adopting male attire and royal titles. Hatshepsut’s reign is one of the most prosperous and stable periods in ancient Egyptian history.