Question

compare and contrast: in what way was the egyptian approach to medicine similar to that of later greek and roman societies? a they all avoided any religious or magical practices. b greek and roman societies incorporated egyptian techniques. c egyptian doctors trained in greece and rome. d they believed that illnesses were physical, but not spiritual.

Explanation:

• Option A: Egyptian medicine had religious/magical elements, so this is incorrect.
• Option B: Greek and Roman medical practices did incorporate Egyptian techniques (e.g., anatomical knowledge, herbal remedies), making this a valid similarity.
• Option C: There's no evidence Egyptian doctors trained in Greece/Rome; this is incorrect.
• Option D: Egyptian medicine sometimes attributed illness to spiritual causes, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

B. Greek and Roman societies incorporated Egyptian techniques.