Question

How is the class of scribes different from other social classes?

1. The scribe class is higher than the other classes in rank

2. The scribe class allows lower class members to ascend to a higher rank

3. They were basically government officials

4. Scribes played a part in the Egyptian economy

Answer 1

4. Scribes played a part in the Egyptian economy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Ancient Egyptian Society was divided into social classes that followed the pyramid form.

1. Pharaoh (topmost)

2. Government officials

3. Priests

4. Soldiers

5. Scribes

6. Merchants

7. Artisans

8. Farmers

9. Slaves and Servants (bottommost)

The scribe played a part in the Egyptian economy. For example, he recorded the different events happening in the society, including the counting of crops and the total amount of food needed by the workers and the army, the collection of taxes, enforcement of some laws, etc. In order to do such tasks, he needed to be highly educated, which meant he had to train for many years before assuming his position. Scribes were handsomely paid for their work.