Outline

-Ancient pyramids -tombs -Pharaohs -Queens -Social systems/classes -Gender Roles -Egypt -Cleopatra -Nefertiti -Hatshepsut

The role of women in society is constantly changing. In order for change to be successful though, it is necessary to understand the roles women played in past civilizations. Women of stature were important to ancient Egyptian societies. But, just how important were they? To thoroughly understand their position, it will be important to look at Egyptian social structure as a whole. This includes investigating the role that women in the lower classes played in their homes.