I WONDER - Where Did Ancient Egyptian Slaves Come From?

The video explains the origins and system of slavery in ancient Egypt. Slaves were often captured during wars and brought back to Egypt to be sold in slave markets. They came from various regions, including Libya and Syria. The system was perpetuated as the children of slaves were also considered slaves, continuing the cycle of slavery in ancient Egypt.

How were many ancient Egyptian slaves acquired?

• Voluntary servitude

• Inherited from family

• Through trade agreements

• Captured during wars

Which of the following statements is true about the slave markets in ancient Egypt?

• They were used to trade goods other than slaves

• They were a place where slaves were sold

• They were only for local Egyptians

• They were abolished quickly

From which regions did ancient Egyptian slaves originate?

• Only from Egypt

• From the Americas

• From Libya and Syria

• From the Far East

What was a common characteristic of the children of slaves in ancient Egypt?

• They were sent to other countries

• They were considered slaves

• They were freed at birth

• They were given special privileges

What was the impact of children being born to slaves in ancient Egypt?

• It ended the system of slavery

• It led to the abolition of slavery

• It continued the system of slavery

• It had no impact on slavery