Question

Which statements about Egyptian symbols are true? Choose all answers that are correct. A. The uraeus (royal cobra) and vulture symbolize the pharaoh's rule of Upper and Lower Egypt. B. The sun disk with rays ending in hands symbolizes the sun god and protection. C. The false braided beard symbolizes the god of war. D. The vulture symbolizes goodness overcoming evil.

Answer 1

Hello!

The correct answers are A and B.

A. The uraeus and vulture symbolize the pharaoh's rule of Upper and Lower Egypt. The uraeus was seen as a royal symbol which represented the unified Egypt and also it was believed that it protected pharaohs. This symbol was at first represented by Wadjet, a serpent goddess, who was the protector of all Lower Egypt. Later on, a white vulture joined Wadjet and became the patron of Upper Egypt.

B. The sun disk was worn as a talisman to be protected by the gods. It symbolized the source of light and creation.

Answer 2

I think that true statement is the second one: B. The sun disk with rays ending in hands symbolizes the sun god and protection. The sun disc is one of the main their relics.