But let's talk some more about Cleopatra's attributes. Well, we'll find out if the obvious answer is the right one, later on in the show. I'm going for c) Egypt – The obvious answer. Can you tell me, Neil, which country was Cleopatra's family originally from? Is it… And today's quiz question is about her family. Yes, she was very ruthless – and that means without pity. Wily means clever and sibling is another word for brother or sister. She made important alliances with Rome to protect her country and was ruthless in dealing with her enemies – in this case, her siblings – who challenged her as sole ruler of Egypt. Prominent means noticeable – and in this case, I think it means large! So what were her attributes – or main qualities –, then?Ĭleopatra was a wily politician. Coins with Cleopatra's portrait on them, for example, show her with a prominent nose and thin lips. Well, the jury's out on that one, Neil – and that means people haven't decided yet.
She was the last pharaoh to rule Egypt and is arguably the most famous female ruler in history. Cleopatra is the subject of today's show. Some historical sources say she was rolled up in a carpet – and others say she was hidden inside a linen sack. Well, she was Queen of Egypt… quite a long time ago.ĭidn't she arrive for a meeting with Roman Emperor Julius Caesar rolled up in a carpet? Or is that a Hollywood invention? Note: This is not a word-for-word transcript. People haven't decide about something yet You'll hear the answer at the end of the programme. Which country was Cleopatra's family originally from? Is it… Sophie and Neil discuss why she is still an object of fascination today. The last pharaoh to rule Egypt, Cleopatra was a woman of intelligence and charisma, only later celebrated as a great beauty. English at Work (intermediate) Business.Tim's Pronunciation Workshop (intermediate) Pronunciation.The Sounds of English (basic+) Pronunciation.6 Minute Vocabulary (intermediate) Vocabulary.The English We Speak (intermediate) Vocabulary.6 Minute English (intermediate+) Vocabulary.English in a Minute (intermediate+) Vocabulary.Towards advanced grammar reference Grammar.The Grammar Gameshow (intermediate+) Grammar.6 Minute Grammar (intermediate) Grammar.
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