The correct comparisons regarding the social status of women in ancient Egypt and ancient Babylonian society are:
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Women were allowed to serve as scribes in ancient Egypt, like in Babylonian society. - True, women could serve as scribes in both societies, although this was relatively rare.
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Women’s work was not confined to the home in ancient Egypt, unlike in Babylonian society. - This is generally accurate; women in ancient Egypt had more opportunities to engage in work outside the home compared to women in Babylonian society.
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Women did not serve as priests in ancient Egypt, unlike in ancient Babylonian society. - This statement is incorrect; women could serve as priests in ancient Egypt, especially in roles dedicated to certain goddesses. In contrast, women's roles in the priesthood in Babylon could be more limited.
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Women were allowed to own property in ancient Egypt, like in Babylonian society. - This is correct; women in both societies could own property and manage their own financial affairs.
Therefore, the statements that apply are:
- Women were allowed to serve as scribes in ancient Egypt, like in Babylonian society.
- Women’s work was not confined to the home in ancient Egypt, unlike in Babylonian society.
- Women were allowed to own property in ancient Egypt, like in Babylonian society.