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Family in Ancient Egypt

An ancient Egyptian family
The center family was the great social unit of ancient Egypt. The father was responsible for the economic better being of the family. Upper-class men often became scriveners or priests, while lower-class men often were farmers, hunters, potters, or other craftsmen. The mother managed the household, accepting servants, and cared for the breeding of the children. Upper-class

Children stuck at home until they reached marriageable age (about twenty years for males, younger of the previous for females). Although Egyptian youngsters had toys and are occasionally represented at play, much of their time was spent setting for adulthood. For example, peasant children gone with their parents into the fields; the male offspring of crafters often served as apprentices to their fathers. Many privileged children received formal education to become a scribe. Priests in temples taught some calling youngsters, and children of the nobility sometimes received private statement from tutors or taken to be an officer in the ground forces.

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