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What did the slaves use to build the pyramids?

Slaves were likely not used to build the pyramids in ancient Egypt. Most evidence suggests that the pyramids were constructed by skilled Egyptian laborers, not slaves. These laborers were well-fed, had housing, and were respected members of the community, working in rotating shifts on a seasonal basis.


Did slaves that were mound builders go naked?

There is no evidence to suggest that slaves who were mound builders went naked. Slaves in mound-building societies would likely have worn clothing similar to the rest of the population, which would have varied depending on the culture and time period.


How many slaves were used to build the pyramid?

It is estimated that around 20,000 to 30,000 workers, not slaves, were employed to build the pyramid of Giza. These workers were likely skilled laborers, farmers, and craftsmen who were paid for their work. The common misconception of slaves being used to build the pyramids is largely inaccurate.


How do you know the slaves like hedone died at pompeii?

It can be assumed that both slaves and their Roman masters died in a eruption at Pompeii. Although their remains are hard to distinguish from each other and some likely survived as slaves of both Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger.


Who did the work in the pyramids?

The construction of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt was mainly carried out by skilled laborers, artisans, and craftsmen who were employed by the pharaoh. These workers were organized in teams and had specific tasks such as quarrying, carving stones, and hauling materials. The workforce also included farmers who worked on the construction during the Nile's flood season when their fields were flooded.

Related Questions

Who would be likely to study a stone carving to determine if Sumerians used slaves?

An Archeologist .


How did the sumerians get slaves?

by getting very very very fat


What trades were the Phoenicians known for?

they trade silver work ivory carving and slaves


What trade goods were the Phoenician's known?

they trade silver work ivory carving and slaves


What trade good were the Phoenicians known for?

they trade silver work ivory carving and slaves


Who invented the ziggurat?

The first Ziggurat was make by Nebbacanezer II in about 2000 B.C.


How did Sumerians acquire slaves?

The Sumerians acquired slaves through various means, including warfare, where captured enemies became slaves, and through debt, where individuals sold themselves or their family members into slavery to repay debts. Additionally, some slaves were born into servitude, as the children of enslaved parents. The practice was an integral part of Sumerian society and economy, serving roles in households and large-scale agricultural production.


What kinds of symbols did Sumerians use to refer to specific objects and What tool did Sumerians use to make the symbols?

Sumeraian society was divided into several classes with kings at the top, free people in the middle, and slaves at the bottom.


What kind of special skills did many slaves have?

Many slaves had different kinds of special skills. Some of the skills included masonry, carpentry, dancing, singing, carving and shoe-making among others.


What is the names for farms slaves were likely to work on where were they located?

Slaves worked on plantations


Were southern politicians more or less likely to own slaves than other white southners?

more likely to own slaves


Did the ancient egyptians slaves build the pyramid of Giza?

Most likely the heavy labouring jobs such as quarrying, loading, hauling the stones and putting them in place was done by slaves. Most likely the slaves were naked.