Prehistoric and Ancient Art: Explore the Origins of Human Expression

Question 1

Identify the characteristic that does not apply to Palaeolithic cave art:

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Detailed representations of human faces

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Naturalistic animal depictions

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Pigments used: charcoal and ochre

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Geometric and abstract symbols

Question 2

The primary building material for the Great Pyramids of Giza was:

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Limestone and granite

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Sandstone and mud brick

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Marble and alabaster

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Concrete and plaster

Question 3

Greek Archaic sculpture is distinguished by its:

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Stiff and rigid postures

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Idealized and realistic proportions

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Intricate and elaborate details

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Emphasis on emotional expression

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Romanesque architecture was primarily influenced by:

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Byzantine and Early Christian architecture

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Classical Greek and Roman architecture

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Gothic and Renaissance architecture

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Islamic and Persian architecture

Question 5

Ancient Egyptian painting techniques commonly include:

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Fresco and tempera

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Oil and watercolor

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Acrylic and gouache

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Ink and charcoal

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Cycladic art is characterized by:

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Abstract and geometric forms

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Naturalistic and detailed depictions

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Large-scale sculptures and buildings

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Bright and vibrant colors

Question 7

What was the primary function of Mesopotamian ziggurats?

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Being used for religious ceremonies and rituals

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Serving as platforms for royal palaces

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Facilitating astronomical observations

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Storing grain and other goods

Question 8

Which Egyptian artistic convention portrayed figures with their bodies in profile but heads and torsos facing forward?

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Canonical

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Hieratic

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Hieroglyphic

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Amarna

Question 9

What was the significance of the Minoan frescoes at Knossos?

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Illustrating aspects of daily life and the natural world

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Depicting scenes of religious rituals

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Celebrating military victories and achievements

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Recording historical events and important figures

Question 10

Which Greek architectural order features slender columns with fluted shafts and Ionic volutes as capitals?

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Ionic

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Doric

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Corinthian

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Composite

Question 11

What was the main purpose of Roman portrait busts?

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Providing a recognizable likeness for identification

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Religious veneration

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Commemorating ancestors and lineage

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Serving as propaganda tools to promote political figures

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of Byzantine art?

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Emphasis on realistic depiction of space and perspective

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Flattened, stylized human figures

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Extensive use of gold and mosaic

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Predominance of religious themes and iconography

Question 13

What made the Book of Kells significant in the history of art?

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Featuring intricate Celtic knots and interlacements in its decoration

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Being the first illuminated manuscript produced in Ireland

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Containing the complete text of the New Testament

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Being used exclusively for liturgical purposes in monasteries

Question 14

Which of the following is not a distinctive feature of Paleolithic cave paintings?

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Sophisticated use of perspective and shading

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Depictions of animals and humans

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Use of naturalistic pigments

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Symbolic and ritualistic significance

Question 15

The Code of Hammurabi is significant in Mesopotamian art primarily because it:

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Codified social norms and laws for the society

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Regulated the activities of artists and their work

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Introduced a naturalistic style to Babylonian sculpture

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Commissioned the construction of elaborate palaces

Question 16

Which convention in Egyptian art emphasized a frontal view of the human body with a profile view of the head and limbs?

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Hieratic pose

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Canonic proportions

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Hieroglyphic script

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Polychromy

Question 17

Which of the following is considered the first true sculpture in the round, featuring a three-dimensional form?

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Lion Man of Hohlenstein-Stadel

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Venus of Willendorf

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Lascaux Cave Paintings

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Code of Hammurabi Stele

Question 18

The ziggurats of ancient Mesopotamia primarily served as:

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Religious temples and ceremonial centers

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Fortified structures for defense

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Palaces for royal residences

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Storage facilities for agricultural products

Question 19

Which artistic technique involves creating an image using small, colored pieces of glass or stone?

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Mosaic

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Fresco

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Stained glass

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Encaustic painting

Question 20

The Parthenon is considered an outstanding example of which architectural order?

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Doric

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Ionic

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Corinthian

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Tuscan

Question 21

The concept of 'mimesis' in ancient Greek art refers primarily to:

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The imitation of nature and real-world forms

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The depiction of mythological narratives

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The use of abstract symbols and motifs

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The expression of human emotions and inner experiences

Question 22

What is the primary significance of the Great Sphinx of Giza in ancient Egyptian art?

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Representation of the pharaoh's power

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Expression of religious beliefs

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Landmark for navigation

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Memorial to a deceased pharaoh

Question 23

Which factor did **not** play a role in shaping the development of ancient Mesopotamian art?

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Geographical isolation

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Religious beliefs

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Political power

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Social hierarchy

Question 24

The Parthenon in Athens is an exemplary example of which architectural style?

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Doric

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Ionic

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Corinthian

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Gothic

Question 25

The Rosetta Stone played a crucial role in deciphering which ancient script?

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Hieroglyphics

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Cuneiform

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Latin

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Sanskrit

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cave paintings from the Paleolithic period?

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Emphasis on perspective and depth

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Use of naturalistic forms

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Depiction of animals and humans

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Painted with organic pigments

Question 27

Which ancient Egyptian architectural marvel is famed for its colossal statues of Ramses II?

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The Abu Simbel Temples

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The Pyramids of Giza

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The Karnak Temple

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The Valley of the Kings

Question 28

The Minoan civilization, renowned for its advanced culture in the Aegean Sea, is characterized by which of the following artistic styles?

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Vibrant frescoes with marine motifs

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Naturalistic depictions of nature

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Elaborate bronze sculptures

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Monumental architectural facades

Question 29

Which Greek sculptural technique, prevalent in the Archaic period, emphasized rigid and upright figures with stiff poses?

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Kouros

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Kore

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Chryselephantine

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Parthenon Marbles

Question 30

The Parthenon, an iconic temple on the Acropolis in Athens, is a prime example of which architectural order?

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Doric

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Ionic

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Corinthian

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Tuscan

Question 31

Which of the following is a recurring theme depicted in ancient Greek vase paintings?

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Scenes from mythology and daily life

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Portraits of famous individuals

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Landscapes and nature

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Abstract designs

Question 32

The Bayeux Tapestry, an embroidered cloth depicting the Norman conquest of England in 1066, is an example of which artistic technique?

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Tapestry weaving

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Manuscript illumination

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Fresco painting

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Mosaic

Question 33

Which artistic style exhibits rigid and frontal poses, lacking depth?

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Ancient Egyptian art

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Greek Classical art

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Roman Imperial art

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Gothic art

Question 34

What is the key distinction between Mesopotamian and Egyptian writing systems?

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Mesopotamia used cuneiform, while Egypt used hieroglyphics.

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Mesopotamian writing was solely phonetic, while Egyptian writing was exclusively ideographic.

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Egyptian writing was more intricate and advanced than Mesopotamian writing.

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There are no substantial differences between the two writing systems.

Question 35

Which Greek sculptor is renowned for their idealized and harmonious portrayal of the human form?

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Phidias

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Praxiteles

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Scopas

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Lysippus

Question 36

What is a defining characteristic of Romanesque architecture?

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Round arches and thick, sturdy walls

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Pointed arches and elaborate flying buttresses

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Classical orders, domes, and intricate ornamentation

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Asymmetrical facades and elaborate decorative elements

Question 37

Which technique was primarily used to create Mesopotamian sculptures?

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Carving stone or clay

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Painting on canvas

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Casting bronze

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Woodworking

Question 38

Which pharaoh is credited with constructing the Great Pyramids of Giza?

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Khufu

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Hatshepsut

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Ramses II

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Tutankhamun

Question 39

What is a distinguishing characteristic of Greek Classical sculpture?

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Naturalistic and idealized human form

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Ornate and decorative elements

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Symbolic and ritualistic motifs

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Abstract and geometric shapes

Question 40

Which feature is NOT typically found in prehistoric rock art?

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Use of perspective

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Depiction of animals or humans

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Creation during ceremonies or rituals

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Symbolic and storytelling elements

Question 41

What was the primary purpose of a ziggurat in ancient Mesopotamia?

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Temple and administrative center

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Tomb

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Residential building

Question 42

What is the term used to describe the emotional intensity and dramatic poses common in Greek Hellenistic sculpture?

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Pathos

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Ethos

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Logos

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Kairos

Question 43

Which of the following is a key subject matter frequently depicted in prehistoric cave paintings?

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Scenes of everyday life and hunting

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Complex geometric patterns

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Abstract and symbolic imagery

Question 44

Who was the female pharaoh who made significant contributions to ancient Egyptian art and architecture?

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Hatshepsut

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Nefertiti

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Sobekneferu

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Cleopatra