Ranofer
Why did Ranofer get so angry in Chapter 7?
Because he was treated badly by Gebu
He felt trapped
He was unknowingly carrying stolen gold in wineskins
What did we learn that the Nile river brought?
We learned that it brought new life and wealth each year to a long valley it watered.
What did they mainly build in the shop? What are these?
They built sacophagi, big blocks of limestone and sandstone. They are used for the tombs in the valley of the kings, stone coffins used for mummies.
How did Ranofer like his work at the stonecutter's shop?
Ranofer hated his work because it was hard, boring, painful, and very noisy.
What caught Ranofer's Eye at Zau's shop?
A gold collar
What did Ranofer do to get away from the shop?
Ranofer begins thinking about how he can escape Gebu's control. He decided the only way to get out is to earn money.
What did Heqet try to do to make Ranofer feel better?
Heqet helps Ranofer by being his friend.
Cheering him up with jokes.
Sharing food when he is hungry.
Pai is the foreman of Gebu's stonecutting shop? He is the boss who is in charge of all the workers and apprentices. He is strict, loud, impatient, and harsh.
What was the odd thing Ranofer noticed at night?
He heard Gebu's door squeaked but thought it was his father's ba (spirit) coming to visit him.
Which Pharoah is in power?
Queen Tiy
What did Heqet offer to do after they met?
He offered to be his friend.
Who joined them that diffused the situation?
The Ancient (the old man)
Who is Zahotep? Describe him.
He is an old stonecutter with mutilated hands who works at Gebu's stonecutting shop. He is kind, old, tired, friendly, and talkative.
What did Ranofer think would happen if he dissolved his apprenticeship with Gebu?
He thought Gebu would kill him or sell him.
What did Zau propose to Ranofer?
Zau proposed that Ranofer come to work under him for no fee as long as he didn't tell any of Zau's other pupils.
What made Ranofer ashamed of meeting Heqet?
Ranofer felt ashamed when he met Heqet because Heqet came from a secure, prosperous family and was a real apprentice, while Ranofer was poor, often hungry, and mistreated by his half-brother Gebu
Were things going well for Heqet in the gold shop?
Yes, he was still there and able to bring food for lunch. he became closer friends with Ranofer.
What was Ranofer's task?
To pour sand into a hole so the drill can cut through the hard linestone.
What was the Ancient's advice to Ranofer about learning stonecutting?
What did Master Zau say about Ranofer's previous gold work?
Zau said it was "quite credible."
What did Heqet and Ranofer do ever day therafter?
After Ranofer and Heqet became friends, they spent time together every day at the goldsmith's shop. Heqet often talked with Ranofer, shared food with him, and helped him feel less lonely. Their friendship grew stronger as they worked and spent time together.
Was Ranofer angry with Heqet before they met?
No, Ranofer was not angry with Heqet before they met. They were friends.
Who was Nebre?
What did Ranofer think about the Ancient's advice?
He knew the Ancient was right, but he still did not have the heart to learn to become a stonecutter.
What errand was Heqet going on that he wanted Ranofer to accompany him?
He was going to Master Zau's workshop to pick up a stake.