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Papyrus, ink, and a quill were need to record the information in ancient Egypt. Scribes also needed to be able to read and write in Hieroglyphics.

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Papyrus, an almost paper like substance made from parts of the papyrus plant that grows in Egypt.

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Papyrus, stone, dye, and a quill.

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