Exploring the Structure of Ancient Egyptian Society

In the ancient Egyptian hierarchical system, who was at the top?

• Nobles

• Farmers

• Slaves

• Pharaoh

What was one of the main responsibilities of the Pharaoh?

• Keeping the gods happy

• Ensuring Egypt was not attacked

• Overseeing administration

• Making local laws

Who was the Pharaoh's chief advisor?

• Scribe

• Vizier

• Priest

• Noble

What were nobles responsible for in their regions?

• Making local laws

• Performing rituals

• Defending the country

• Keeping records

What was the primary role of priests in ancient Egypt?

• Preaching to people

• Performing rituals and ceremonies

• Overseeing administration

• Defending the country

Who were the only people who could read and write in ancient Egypt?

• Soldiers

• Scribes

• Priests

• Nobles

What was one of the responsibilities of soldiers in ancient Egypt?

• Performing rituals

• Defending the country

• Keeping records

• Making local laws

Which of the following was a type of craftsman in ancient Egypt?

• Scribe

• Soldier

• Pottery maker

• Priest

What did farmers receive in return for working the land of the Pharaoh and Nobles?

• Money

• Land

• Jewelry

• Housing, food, and clothes

How were slaves typically acquired in ancient Egypt?

• Through slave markets

• As prisoners captured in war

• By birth

• Through auctions