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    What are mummies?

    • A mummy is the body of a person (or an animal) that has been preserved after death.
    • People rolled in tissue paper
    • Obama
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In the history of ancient Egypt, there is a lot to be learned other than the pyramids. The Egyptian mummies are dead humans or animals whose skin has been preserved through natural or chemical ways. Unearth the mysteries of Ancient Egypt with our "Ancient Egypt Mummies" Quiz. Journey through the sands of time to explore the captivating world of mummies and the rituals that surrounded their creation. This quiz offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural practices, beliefs, and meticulous processes involved in mummification. Test your knowledge on the significance of mummies in Ancient Egyptian society, from religious rituals to the preservation of the afterlife. Whether you're a history buff or a curious learner, this quiz provides an engaging way to unravel the secrets of Ancient Egypt's iconic mummies. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the past and discover the age-old practices that continue to captivate our imagination today.

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  • 2. 

    Why did the Egyptians make mummies?

    • To play with the dead bodies

    • The Egyptians believed in life after death. They believed that they had to preserve their bodies so they could use them in the afterlife.

    • Because they wanted to have new friends

    Correct Answer
    A. The Egyptians believed in life after death. They believed that they had to preserve their bodies so they could use them in the afterlife.
  • 3. 

    Who were the mummies?

    • mummies were the mental people

    • The mummies were normal people

    • They were any Egyptian who could afford to pay for the expensive process of preserving their bodies for the afterlife.

    Correct Answer
    A. They were any Egyptian who could afford to pay for the expensive process of preserving their bodies for the afterlife.
    Explanation
    The mummies were any Egyptian who could afford to pay for the expensive process of preserving their bodies for the afterlife.

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  • 4. 

    Where were the pharaohs buried?

    • In the Old and Middle Kingdoms, Egyptian kings were buried in pyramids. About 50 royal pyramids have survived. They were built on the desert edge, west of the ancient capital of Memphis.

    • Not sure

    • In their house

    Correct Answer
    A. In the Old and Middle Kingdoms, Egyptian kings were buried in pyramids. About 50 royal pyramids have survived. They were built on the desert edge, west of the ancient capital of Memphis.
    Explanation
    In the Old and Middle Kingdoms, Egyptian kings were buried in pyramids. About 50 royal pyramids have survived. They were built on the desert edge, west of the ancient capital of Memphis.

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    ________ was the god of mummification. He had a human body and the head of a jackal. His job was to prepare the bodies of the dead to be received by Osiris.

    Correct Answer
    anubis
    Explanation
    Anubis was the god of mummification in ancient Egyptian mythology. He was depicted with a human body and the head of a jackal. Anubis had the important responsibility of preparing the bodies of the deceased for their journey to the afterlife and to be received by Osiris, the god of the underworld. He was believed to guide and protect the souls of the dead during the mummification process and the judgment of their hearts. Anubis played a crucial role in the Egyptian funerary rituals and was highly revered in their society.

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