Unveiling Egypt's Social Hierarchy

Unveiling Egypt's Social Hierarchy

Learning Objective

Understand the social hierarchy in ancient Egypt and the roles of different classes of people.

What do you already know about the social structure in ancient Egypt?

Introduction to Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt was a civilization that flourished along the Nile River and had a complex social structure.

Pharaohs: Rulers of Egypt

The pharaoh was the highest authority in ancient Egypt, believed to be a god on earth and responsible for the well-being of the kingdom.

Priests and Officials

Priests and officials held significant power and were responsible for maintaining religious rituals and overseeing administrative duties.

Nobles and Scribes

Nobles and scribes were part of the elite class, serving in administrative roles and recording important events.

Artisans and Merchants

Artisans and merchants were skilled workers and traders who contributed to the economy and society.

Peasants and Laborers

Peasants and laborers formed the majority of the population, working in fields and contributing to agricultural production.

Conclusion: Understanding Social Hierarchy

The social hierarchy in ancient Egypt was structured, with each class playing a crucial role in the functioning of the civilization.

Interactive Activity: Class Role Play

Students will participate in a role play activity, taking on the roles of different social classes in ancient Egypt to understand their responsibilities and interactions.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.