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.
The first three options contain accurate information while the fourth option is incorrect.
Hatshepsut succeeded despite the patriarchal society in ancient Egypt through a combination of political, religious, and architectural strategies.
1. She convinced her uncle, Thutmose I, to assert his authority and name her as his successor, effectively bypassing the usual male inheritance system.
2. To project an image of male power and authority, Hatshepsut donned a false beard, wore male clothing, and claimed to have been divinely chosen by the god Amun-Re to rule.
3. She focused on building numerous monumental structures, including her famous mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari, which emphasized her authority and legitimacy as pharaoh. These monuments have indeed stood the test of time.
By utilizing these strategies, Hatshepsut was able to establish herself as a highly successful and influential pharaoh, defying the traditional gender roles and expectations of ancient Egyptian society.