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I am responsible for growing food for the kingdom.

peasant farmer

15

I have no rights. If my master dies, I may be buried alive with him.

slave

15

I am responsible for performing sacrificial ceremonies for the gods.

priest

15

I am a skilled fighter and I defend the city walls from attack.

Noble warrier

15

I wear clothes made from the purest silk that is embroidered with beautiful patterns.

King

15

I may be offered as a sacrifice for the gods.

Slave

15

I write on bamboo sheets using a brush and ink.

Government worker (official)

15

I live in a grand palace which is ornately decorated with the finest bronze sculptures.

King

15

I control the land given to me by the king.

Noble warriors

15

I wear a basic tunic and trousers made of linen.

Peasant farmers

15

I am paid with food for the work I do.

Craftsmen and merchants

15

I heat up oracle bones and present the cracked messages to the king so he can interpret them.

Priests

15

I live a priviledged life inside the city walls because my written work helps the king to rule in an organised manner.

Government workers (or officials)

15

I have to pay taxes to the landowner to be able to work and live here.

Peasant farmers

15

They used cowrie shells as a form of money (currency).

Merchants

15

I carve the king's questions onto oracle bones.

Priests

15