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Having extensive priveleges
Clenching the fingers to make a fist, then relaxing and straightening them is an example of :Flexion followed by extension
To put it simply, joint will become shorter during flexion and will become longer during extension. When he made a fist, he curled ul the joints in his hand, and when straightening the arm, he elongate the joint on his elbow
They were equal as men in all aspects except occupation. Egyptian women often went about their business in the city including shopping for jewelry (a very popular activity for women from 3000 BC - Present Day lol) They basically didn't have to work (unless they were servants) and raised children. In return they were grateful to their husbands for providing money.