Unveiling the Pharaoh's other half: Women in Ancient Egypt (Worksheet)

Beyond the Pyramids: Explore the Remarkable Lives of Egyptian Women!
This engaging reading comprehension worksheet delves into the fascinating world of women in Ancient Egypt. Students will discover the legal rights, social roles, and economic opportunities these women enjoyed, often exceeding those of women in other ancient civilizations. Through captivating text and a primary source analysis, they'll gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted lives of Egyptian women.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the legal status and social roles of women in Ancient Egypt.
• Understand the economic opportunities available to Egyptian women.
• Explore the lives of women through a primary source analysis.
• Develop critical thinking skills through analyzing historical documents.

Perfect for:

• World History or Social Studies Classes
• Cross-curricular Connections to Literature or Art History
• Deepening Independent Research or Engaging Sub Plans
• Fostering Student Curiosity About Gender Roles in History

Content-Rich & Engaging:

• Informative Text: Provides a clear overview of women's legal rights, social roles, and economic opportunities.
• Primary Source Integration: Offers an excerpt from the Papyrus of Amherst, revealing a woman's perspective.
• Variety of Questions: Multiple Choice, Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short Answer questions promote comprehension and analysis.
• Answer Key: Ensures easy lesson planning and assessment.

Aligned with Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.8 Identify and explain an author's purpose and point of view.
• CCSS.SS.6.2 Explain the development of social structures (e.g., gender roles) in civilizations.

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