Social Structures of Various Societies

Question 1

What was the social structure of the Mesopotamian civilization?

Answer 1

From Highest to Lowest: Kings, Priests, Craftspeople, Merchants, Traders, Farmers, and Laborers

Question 2

What was social structure of the Egyptian civilization?

Answer 2

From Highest to Lowest: Pharaoh, Priests, Key Government Officials, Lesser Government Officials, Scribes, Craftspeople, Merchants, Farmers, Slaves, Servants

Question 3

What was the social structure of the Indian civilization?

Answer 3

From Highest to Lowest: Brahmins (Priests), Kshatriyas (Rulers and Warriors), Vaisyas (Farmers, Craftspeople, and Traders), and Sudras (Workers and Servants)

Question 4

What was the social structure of the Chinese civilization?

Answer 4

From Highest to Lowest: The Upper Class (Emperor, his court, and scholars who held government positions), The Second Class ( Peasants), The Third Class (Artisans who produced items), The Lowest Class ( Merchants)

Question 5

What was the social structure of the Japanese civilization?

Answer 5

From Highest to Lowest: Emperor, Shogun, Daimyo and Samurai, and Peasants