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Who belonged to the highest class on Egypt's social pyramid after the pharaoh?

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Government officials

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From whom did most government officials inherit their positions?

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Family members

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What was a common background for government officials in ancient Egypt?

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Pharaoh’s family or noble families

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Who were the three most important government officials in ancient Egypt?

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The vizier, the chief treasurer, and the general of the armies

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What was the role of the three types of officials in ancient Egypt?

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They carried out the orders of the pharaoh

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What was expected of the vizier when overseeing disputes?

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To be fair and neutral

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In ancient Egypt, what was the economy based on?

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Goods

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What was the main job of the chief treasurer in ancient Egypt?

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Collect taxes

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Who was the top military commander in Egypt other than the pharaoh?

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The general of the armies

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Why did high government officials lead lives of luxury?

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They were nobles with great wealth.