Question

comparing akhenaton and ramses ii
which statement best describes the difference between the rule of akhenaton and the rule of ramses ii?
○ ramses ii focused on establishing science, while akhenaton focused on improving art.
○ ramses ii focused on establishing a new religion, while akhenaton focused on changing art
○ ramses ii expanded egypt’s economy and territory, while akhenaton focused on religion.
○ ramses ii expanded religion and art, while akhenaton focused on the economy.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Ramses II was not focused on establishing science, and Akhenaton's focus was religion, not art improvement. Eliminate.
• Option 2: Akhenaton (not Ramses II) tried to establish a new religion (worship of Aten), and Akhenaton's focus was religion, not art change. Eliminate.
• Option 3: Ramses II expanded Egypt's economy and territory through military campaigns and diplomacy. Akhenaton focused on religious reform (promoting Aten worship). This matches historical facts.
• Option 4: Ramses II's focus was on expansion, not religion/art expansion, and Akhenaton focused on religion, not economy. Eliminate.

Answer:

C. Ramses II expanded Egypt's economy and territory, while Akhenaton focused on religion.