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What was the main purpose of Ancient Egyptian tombs?
A resting place for the dead and their journey to the afterlife
What was placed inside tombs along with the mummified body
Treasure, food, and belongings
Why were tomb walls often covered with paintings and hieroglyphics?
To tell the story of the pharaoh’s life and guide them in the afterlife
Mention 2 types of tombs in Ancient Egypt
pyramid & Mastaba
What was the first step in mummification?
Removing the brain
What was used to dry out the body during mummification?
Natron salt
Which organ was left inside the body during mummification?
Heart
What happened to the removed organs during mummification?
Placed in canopic jars
Why did Ancient Egyptians mummify their dead?
To prepare for rebirth in the afterlife
What was written on the Book of the Dead?
spells to help the dead in the afterlife
What was placed between the layers of linen when wrapping a mummy?
Amulets for protection
Which Pharaoh is known for having one of the most famous tombs ever discovered?
Tutankhamun
Who was the famous female pharaoh of Ancient Egypt who ruled for about 22 years and built a great temple at Deir el-Bahari?
Hatshepsut
How did Hatshepsut often present herself in statues?
Wearing a pharaoh’s beard and male clothing
Which Pharaoh signed the first known peace treaty in history?
Ramsess II
Ramses II is famous for building which massive temple with four seated statues of himself?
Abu simbel
