Ancient Egypt Daily Life 2

How were scribes treated in ancient Egyptian society?

• They were often both mocked and insulted.

• They were admired, but very poorly paid.

• They were more respected than the pharaoh.

• They were well paid and highly respected.

When an Egyptian wanted to become a scribe, they usually

• began attending school in their early 20's.

• spent at least 12 years learning hieroglyphs.

• came from only the lowest social classes.

• had to be the daughter of an important noble.

Why did ancient Egyptian scribes have such a wide variety of jobs?

• Egyptians kept many different kinds of records.

• Many peasants would hire scribes to teach them.

• Scribes usually taught the nobility how to write.

• all of the above

One extraordinary Egyptian invention was paper they made from

• linen.

• papyrus.

• marble.

• leather.

Which of the following is true of ancient Egyptian artisans?

• Artisans were often members of the lowest peasant class.

• Artisans were of the most respected and admired people.

• Artisans were skilled, but not respected by higher classes.

• Artisans' social ranking was directly below the priests.

In ancient Egypt, the most skilled artisans were the

• leather workers.

• painters.

• stone carvers.

• sculptors.

Which of the following is true of ancient Egyptian artisans?

• They were a class near the lower middle of society.

• They usually worked next to each other in workshops.

• They depended entirely on their employers for food.

• all of the above

Why might a farmer be punished if they had a bad harvest?

• Farmers were responsible for feeding artisans.

• Farmers had to pay taxes in the form of crops.

• Farmers were expected to cater for banquets.

• Farmers needed to eat to stay healthy for work.

When not working in the fields, peasants in ancient Egypt would

• help build monuments, such as temples and pyramids.

• make papyrus and numerous writing tools for scribes.

• assist artisans with sculpting, painting, and other crafts.

• help make weapons and clothing for the Egyptian army.