A. Enheduanna’s influence was mainly religious rather than military or political.

B. Enheduanna ruled for a shorter period of time.

C. Enheduanna used violence to maintain control.

D. Enheduanna led a rebellion against a foreign empire

A. Women only gained power when they were related to powerful men or allied themselves with the forces of powerful men.

B. Women’s power in ancient times was limited and unimportant, and this is why history doesn't record many instances of their power.

C. Powerful women in the ancient world held different kinds of influence depending on their roles and circumstances.

D. Military power was the most important form of power in the ancient world, and even women used that to gain influence.

A. To teach readers detailed information about a powerful female character in a famous Greek play

B. To show that well known stories about strong women are usually only fictional

C. To use an example of a brave fictional woman to lead into a discussion of real powerful women in history

D. To explain why ancient Greek literature is an important development in our world history

A. She was a woman who used her physical beauty to influence the likes of Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Marc Antony.

B. She ruled during a time of conflict but failed to keep Egypt independent.

C. She demonstrated intelligence, political skill, and leadership that kept Egypt stable.

D. She expanded Egypt’s territory through military conquest.

A. “In popular movies and books, she’s often depicted as a seductress…”

B. “She spoke at least six languages.”

C. “She commissioned artists to depict her in traditionally Egyptian ways.”

D. “Cleopatra piloted Egypt ‘through plague and famine.’”

A. She successfully ruled Britain after the Romans withdrew.

B. She led a large, organized rebellion that challenged Roman authority.

C. She negotiated peace between Roman leaders and British tribes.

D. She defended Roman interests in Britain.

A. “The Romans allowed the rulers of some tribes to maintain their positions of power.”

B. “Boudica chose to kill herself rather than be captured.”

C. “Her forces routed Rome’s Ninth Legion.”

D. “There is even a statue of Boudica and her daughters near Westminster Bridge.”

A. to explain how one powerful woman was born a princess but later gained power as a warrior

B. to show how one powerful woman gained influence as both a political leader and religious figure

C. to demonstrate that everyday women could have power and influence where they lived

D. to provide an example of a woman who became powerful solely through her poetic abilities

A. After the introduction, each of the next three sections illustrates details about which ancient women were the most powerful according to the types of power they held. The final section highlights the idea that historians have only begun to uncover truths about the roles women have played in history.

B. After the introduction, each of the next three sections illustrates women who used their influence to move themselves into higher positions of power. The final section highlights how some powerful ancient women preferred to have more direct control over others.

C. After the introduction, the next two sections focus on how powerful women have taken on roles as warriors and leaders of military endeavors. The final two sections demonstrate that powerful women might have had more influence in the literary and religious spheres.

D. After the introduction, the next two sections focus on how women gained power by using their beauty to influence leaders of other empires. The final two sections demonstrate that ordinary women are typically left out of the history books despite making a big impact in their communities.

A. Many ancient stories about women, such as Antigone, are works of fiction created for entertainment.

B. Cleopatra was more intelligent and politically skilled than many people realize today.

C. Historians today rely mostly on myths and legends to learn about women from the ancient world.

B. Women in the ancient world held real power and influence as religious leaders, rulers, and warriors, even though their achievements were often overlooked.

A. Their accomplishments were not important enough to be written down.

B. For thousands of years, the majority of cultures were dominated by men.

C. Historians do not seek out information on figures from ancient Sumeria, Egypt, or Britain.

D. They did not want their deeds to be recorded and remembered by others.

A. To argue that ancient civilizations were more advanced than modern ones

B. To entertain readers with dramatic stories from the ancient world

C. To explain how women’s power was limited in ancient societies

D. To highlight real women whose leadership has often been overlooked or misrepresented

A. “Priestesses acted as religious leaders in certain cultures.”

B. “Cleopatra spoke their language, which many rulers in her family line did not.”

C. “Their actions were often diminished, glossed over, or presented in unflattering ways.”

D. “There is even a statue of Boudica and her daughters near Westminster Bridge.”

A. Women in ancient societies were rarely allowed to hold leadership roles.

B. Powerful women existed in the ancient world, but history has often minimized their contributions.

C. Ancient civilizations depended on strong military leaders to survive.

D. Fictional stories often exaggerate the abilities of women.