Which of the following statements best applies to the status of women in Mesopotamian society?
A)Women exclusively controlled offices in the priesthood.
B)Divorce laws applied equally to men and women.
C)Punishments for adultery were light compared to those for men.
D)Woman had political but no religious rights.
E)The woman's role was to be in the home and subservient to her husband.

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In Mesopotamian society, women's primary roles were centered around the home and they were generally subservient to their husbands. This reflects broader ancient societal norms where women's activities and rights were limited compared to men's.

Which of the Following Statements Best Applies to the Status