School Days Text

1800 BC - 1600 BC
Clay
Nippur
7.2 cm x 6.9 cm x 2.5 cm

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Discussion Questions

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Why do you think this tale was recorded?

Do you think all young scribes had to endure the punishment of caning as described on this tablet?

In what ways were the experiences of this young scribe similar to those of students today?

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