Ancient Egypt Social Structure Quiz TCI Lesson 9 Section 1

Who was at the very top of the social pyramid in ancient Egypt?

• Peasants

• Government officials

• Artisans

• Pharaoh

Which group in ancient Egypt was responsible for the temples and religious rituals?

• Scribes

• Priests

• Artisans

• Peasants

What was the main role of scribes in ancient Egypt?

• Managing the home

• Carrying out the orders of the pharaoh

• Recording information for government and religious leaders

• Working on the pharaoh's building projects

What was the main occupation of the peasants in ancient Egypt?

• Managing the home

• Providing the Egyptians with a steady food supply

• Working on the pharaoh's building projects

• Recording information for government and religious leaders

Which group in ancient Egypt had the lowest social status?

• Government officials

• Artisans

• Peasants

• Priests

What was the main responsibility of government officials in ancient Egypt?

• Managing the home

• Carrying out the orders of the pharaoh

• Working on the pharaoh's building projects

• Recording information for government and religious leaders

What was the main role of women in ancient Egypt?

• Working on the pharaoh's building projects

• Owning land

• Working as doctors

• Managing the home

What was the main role of men in ancient Egypt?

• Working to support the family

• Working on the pharaoh's building projects

• Working as doctors

• Managing the home

What did the Egyptians believe their class system created?

• A chaotic and disorganized society

• A stable, well-ordered society

• A society with no roles for men and women

• A society with no social classes