If you are looking for the beginning of study guide for Tales of Ancient Egypt by Roger Lancelyn Green then you should start HERE with the brief introduction. The links to each set of study questions will be posted at the bottom of that original post as they are completed so you can easily find whichever section you are looking for.
Grammar Questions: (The Information of the Text)
Why does Thutmose III send Thuti to Joppa? (pg. 172)
What symbol of Pharaoh’s power does Thuti take with him? (pg. 172)
Why did Thuti think it was necessary to take Joppa by “guile” instead of siege? (pg. 172)
Where does Thuti meet with the Governor of Joppa? (pg. 173)
What does Thuti make sure the Governor of Joppa has plenty of before Thuti makes his bargain with him? (pg. 173)
What dilemma does Thuti tell the Governor of Joppa he is in? (pg. 173-174)
How does Thuti convince the Governor to bring the baskets inside the walls of Joppa? (pg. 176-177)
How does the governor of Joppa die? (pg. 178)
What is in the baskets instead of gold? (pg. 178)
How does Pharaoh honor Thuti after his great victory? (pg. 179)
Logic Questions: (The Interpretation/Comparison of the Text)
Why would Thuti and the Governor of Joppa meet at a point that is equidistant from the city and the Egyptian camp? (pg. 173)
Why does Thuti make sure to keep the Governor’s wine glass full? (pg. 173)
Thuti calls gold “the strongest thing in the world.” What does he mean by that? (pg. 175)
What is ironic about the Governor of Joppa asking Thuti to touch him on the head with the scepter? (pg. 177-178)
Rhetoric Questions: (The Analysis of Ideas in the Text)
Thuti proclaims, “Whoever has the money commands the army.” (pg. 176) Is this true? Are there any forces more powerful than money with which to command the loyalty of troops?
Was Thuti honorable or dishonorable in this story? Defend your answer.
Theological Analysis: (Sola Scriptura)
Thuti says, “We are sensible men: we know that oaths can be broken, so I will swear none to you.” (pg. 174) Read Matthew 5:33-37. How would you relate Jesus’ teaching here to this story?
Virtues/Vices/Great Ideas: (Find them in the Text)
Deception