Ramses: Selfie Through Time
#KingForADay
Okay, okay, everyone settle down! Today is the day! I, Ramses, am about to become Pharaoh! Can you believe it?
I know, I know, I gotta be all serious and kingly or whatever, but first, #SelfieTime! This is, like, a super important moment, right? I have to document it.
(Clicks phone) There! Perfect. Pyramid in the background, desert sun shining... I look pretty good in this headdress, don’t you think? My mom picked it out. She has great taste!
#CoronationDay #PharaohInTheMaking
I can hear the priests chanting already. Soon, I'll be sitting on that big throne, wearing the double crown, and making speeches about how awesome Egypt is going to be under my rule. #NoPressure
But first, one more selfie with my best friend, Ameni! (calls out) Ameni! Get over here!
(More clicks) Alright, gotta go. Duty calls and I heard they're having a huge feast after the ceremony. I hope they have figs. I love figs!
Wish me luck! #RamsesRules #EgyptForever
- Pharaoh:
- The ruler of ancient Egypt.
- Headdress:
- A decorative covering for the head.
- Double Crown:
- The crown worn by the pharaohs, representing the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt.
- document:
- To record or capture the details of an event through photographs, writing, or other media.
- priests:
- Religious officials authorized to lead sacred rituals, ceremonies, and prayers.
- throne:
- An ornate, ceremonial chair reserved for a monarch or royal ruler.
- ceremony:
- A formal event with traditional acts or rituals held to mark an important occasion.
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“Ramses: Selfie Through Time” is a fiction reading passage about Ancient Egypt, written for Middle School. It takes about 1 minute to read (163 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.