Tutankhamun

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Tutankhamun born?Circa 1341 BCE
2. Where was Tutankhamun born?Ancient Egypt
3. What is Tutankhamun known for?Oversaw the restoration of traditional Egyptian religion following the Amarna Period
4. Who discovered Tutankhamun?November 1922
5. What is the career?Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty, New Kingdom of Egypt
6. Why was Tutankhamun's tomb so special?His tomb, called KV62, was almost perfectly preserved because it was hidden under old huts and never looted. It contains over 5,000 treasures that show how Egyptian kings were buried.

Amarna Period: A period in ancient Egyptian history marked by religious reforms and a distinct artistic style.
New Kingdom: The third and final era of ancient Egyptian rule, known for its imperial power and monumental architecture.
Egyptology: The scientific study of ancient Egypt, including its history, language, religion, and artifacts.