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The Kingdoms of Kush (Nubia) and Axum

Question 2 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2109010-M/J World History Sem 1-CR

Which statement about the role of women in Kushite society is accurate?

Answer
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Women could serve as rulers, and they had equal rights.
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Women were not considered citizens and could not own property.
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Women could serve as advisers to the kings, but could not rule.
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Women were in charge of the home, but had few legal rights.

Explanation

Kushite women could hold positions of power, including ruling as queens or kandakes. They could also own property and exercise significant legal and political authority. Therefore, the accurate statement is that women could serve as rulers and had substantial rights.

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