Women in Ancient Egypt: Power and Rights
Examining the roles of women, from ordinary farmers to powerful queens like Hatshepsut and Cleopatra.
Key Questions
- Analyze the rights and responsibilities of women in ancient Egyptian society.
- Explain how Hatshepsut challenged traditional gender roles as a female pharaoh.
- Compare the status of women in ancient Egypt to other ancient civilisations.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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