Ancient Female Rulers, history homework help
Comparing Ancient Female
Rulers.Compare the Tang Empress Wu Zetian (also known as Empress Wu
or as Wu Zhao; ruled China around 690-705 AD) with Pharaoh Cleopatra (ruled
Egypt around 51-31 BC).
a) In terms
of their situation and ascent to power, their methods of rule, and their
achievements and resourcefulness, what are the similarities and differences?
Use specific examples.
b) Consider what
your study suggests about the cultures over which they ruled. What are any
similarities and differences between the cultures?
c) From this
comparison, What are suggested lessons about different types of effective
leadership by a female in the world of modern business and / or modern
politics?
*Must include references