Ancient Egypt Social Structure

What shape is commonly used to represent the social classes of Ancient Egypt?

• Square

• Circle

• Pyramid

• Rectangle

Who was at the very top of the social structure in Ancient Egypt?

• The Vizier

• The Pharaoh

• The High Priest

• The Scribe

Fill in the blank: The Pharaoh was considered to be not just a king, but also a (a)   .

Which official acted as the Pharaoh's primary advisor and was in charge of the government's daily operations?

• The General

• The Artisan

• The Scribe

• The Vizier

Fill in the blank: (a)   were the specialized workers who were responsible for keeping records and writing in hieroglyphics.

Which group of people was responsible for creating items like jewelry, pottery, and statues?

• Artisans

• Soldiers

• Scribes

• Peasants

Fill in the blank: The largest social class in Ancient Egypt consisted of (a)   and laborers.

What was the primary job of peasants during the seasons when they were not farming?

• Learning to write

• Building monuments and temples

• Fighting in wars

• Trading with other nations

Describe who typically became a slave in Ancient Egyptian society and what their life was like.

Explain the concept of social mobility in Ancient Egypt. Was it easy for people to move between classes?