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Chapter Chronology

Quiz for Primary Source 2.1: The Report of Wenamun

Question

1. Based on the report, how would you characterize the relationship between Wenamun and the prince of Byblos?

Tense

Friendly

Professional

Brotherly

Correct. The answer is a. The exchange was marked by evidence of a mutual lack of trust and respect.

Incorrect. The answer is a. The exchange was marked by evidence of a mutual lack of trust and respect.

Question

2. Which of these mostly likely characterized Wenamun’s view of the relationship between Egypt and Phoenicia?

Egypt and Phoenicia were equals.

Egypt was superior to Phoenicia and, therefore, deserving of deference and respect.

Phoenicia was superior to Egypt and, therefore, should be treated with deference and respect.

Egypt and Phoenicia were, and would always be, enemies.

Correct. The answer is b. At times, Wenamun seemed to presume a level of status and authority that Egypt no longer enjoyed.

Incorrect. The answer is b. At times, Wenamun seemed to presume a level of status and authority that Egypt no longer enjoyed.

Question

3. Based on this report, which of these was most likely not readily available in Egypt?

Linen

Gold

Timber

Silver

Correct. The answer is c. With suitable timber unavailable in Egypt, the Egyptians had to turn to outsiders for the materials to make royal river ships.

Incorrect. The answer is c. With suitable timber unavailable in Egypt, the Egyptians had to turn to outsiders for the materials to make royal river ships.