Which of the following is true of Egyptian intellectual life?
A)Egyptian literature was restricted to hymns and religious texts.
B)Egyptian doctors were less capable than their Mesopotamian counterparts.
C)The Egyptians developed a calendar based on the sun.
D)A significant portion of the Egyptian population was literate.
E)all of the above

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The Egyptians did develop a calendar based on the sun, which was divided into 12 months of 30 days each, with an extra 5 days at the end of the year. Option A is incorrect as the Egyptians also produced a range of literature including magical texts, love poetry and stories. Option B is incorrect as Egyptian doctors were highly respected and some of their medical practices were considered ahead of their time. Option D is incorrect as only a small portion of the population was literate in ancient Egypt.

Which of the Following Is True of Egyptian Intellectual Life