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Question 35

Which statements accurately describe royal succession in ancient Egypt? Select all that apply.

  1. Always elective
  2. Usually dynasticCorrect answer
  3. Always eldest son
  4. Rules could varyCorrect answer

Explanation

Rulers commonly belonged to dynastic families, yet accession did not always obey one rigid eldest-son rule. Treating every succession as automatic primogeniture imports a later ideal and ignores changes, rival claims, and other heirs.

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