Egyptian Women

Which of the following is NOT true about women in ancient Egypt?

• They were equal to men under the law.

• They were allowed to own businesses.

• They usually attended school.

• They were allowed to divorce their husbands

Which of the following is an accurate statement about marriage in ancient Egypt?

• Women were required to marry

• Women usually married around age 16

• Women could not divorce their husbands

• Women kept their dowry if they divorced

Why did a woman receive one-third of her husband’s wealth if they divorced?

• As a payment for her dowry

• To care for their children

• To pay for divorce costs

• To start a new life

Which of the following would NOT be role of a wealthy woman in ancient Egypt?

• Tending the fields with her husband

• Owning her own business

• Managing servants

• Planning a banquet

What was the role of a priestess in an ancient Egypt?

• Lead others in prayer

• Sell jewelry

• Work in a temple

• Own a business

Who were Hatshepsut and Cleopatra VII?

• Egyptian goddesses

• Egyptian gods

• Priestesses

• Pharaohs

How were Egyptian women treated differently than most other ancient civilizations?

• They were the heads of their households

• They were seen as equals under the law

• They were buried with their husbands

• Their spouses were chosen for them

Which of the following was NOT a powerful woman goddess?

• Hathor

• Isis

• Nut

• Osiris