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?