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Question 36

The word pharaoh developed from an Egyptian expression with what original meaning?

  1. Divine ruler
  2. A hut
  3. Great houseCorrect answer
  4. First servant

Explanation

The expression originally referred to the royal residence and over time became a designation for the king. Divine ruler is tempting because kingship had religious meaning, but it is not the literal origin of this word.

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