Ancient Egypt Social Classes Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the social classes mentioned in the packet?

• Peasants

• Government Officials

• Merchants

• Artisans

What is one way Egyptian women enjoyed more freedom and rights than most women in the ancient world?

• They could serve in the military

• They could become government officials

• They could vote

• They could own property

Which government official had more power than anyone except the pharaoh?

• The vizier

• The high priest

• The chief treasurer

• The general of the armies

What was the main duty of the chief treasurer?

• Overseeing religious ceremonies

• Advising the pharaoh in matters of war

• Appointing and supervising other government officials

• Collecting taxes

What was the role of the general of the armies?

• Advising the pharaoh in matters of war

• Overseeing religious ceremonies

• Appointing and supervising other government officials

• Collecting taxes

How did the status of government officials affect the daily lives of people in this social class?

• They had to avoid certain foods

• They had to perform sacred duties

• They led lives of luxury

• They had to work long hours in the fields

Why did temple priests play an important role in society?

• They advised the pharaoh

• They oversaw all religious ceremonies

• They handled common concerns and requests

• They took care of the gods in the temples

What were the requirements for a priest to be purified? Select all that apply!!!

• Wearing clothes made of linen cloth

• Shaving off body hair

• Bathing in holy pools

• Avoiding certain foods

How did the status of priests affect the daily lives of people in this social class?

• They led lives of luxury

• They had to work long hours in the fields

• They had to perform sacred duties

• They had to avoid certain foods

What was one of the main jobs of scribes?

• Taking care of the gods in the temples

• Overseeing temples devoted to music and dancing

• Recording accounts of the grain and food supply

• Creating statues, engravings, and reliefs