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Which group held the highest position in the Egyptian social structure?
Which group held the highest position in the Egyptian social structure?
- Priests
- The Pharaoh (correct)
- Nobles
- High Commanders of the Army
Which of these groups was NOT included in the middle level of the Egyptian social pyramid?
Which of these groups was NOT included in the middle level of the Egyptian social pyramid?
- Slaves (correct)
- Merchants
- Soldiers
- Craftspeople
Which of these activities was NOT typically a role of Egyptian women?
Which of these activities was NOT typically a role of Egyptian women?
- Weaving
- Farming
- Serving as High Commanders (correct)
- Midwifery
Which right was specifically afforded to Egyptian women, based on the text?
Which right was specifically afforded to Egyptian women, based on the text?
Based on the text, what was the general structure of both Egyptian and Mesopotamian society?
Based on the text, what was the general structure of both Egyptian and Mesopotamian society?
Flashcards
Pharaoh
Pharaoh
The ruler of ancient Egypt, considered a god-king.
Egyptian Social Pyramid
Egyptian Social Pyramid
A hierarchy showing the distribution of power and roles in ancient Egypt.
Rights of Egyptian Women
Rights of Egyptian Women
Women could own property, manage affairs, and take legal action.
Nobles and Priests
Nobles and Priests
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Comparison with Mesopotamia
Comparison with Mesopotamia
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Study Notes
Social Pyramids
- Social pyramids are diagrams representing a society's hierarchical structure
- The groups are arranged in levels, from least powerful at the bottom to most powerful at the top
- To create a social pyramid:
- Identify and classify social groups
- Determine which groups are at the bottom and top
- Include intermediate groups
- Visualize groups using drawings, text, or symbols
Comparing Mesopotamian and Egyptian Societies
- Identify groups in each society
- Determine the lowest and highest social standings
- Analyze which group is largest
- Determine if each society's social classes were hierarchical or equal
- Explain reasoning
Egyptian Women
- Ancient Egyptian women had rights others lacked, such as owning property and taking legal action
- They could choose husbands and remain in possession of their property in case of divorce
- Tasks included managing the household and family, but they also practiced crafts, agriculture, midwifery, and caregiving, including as priestesses
- Some women held positions of power, like Queen Hatshepsut
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