Do Mummies Belong In Museums?

According to the text, what is a mummy?

• A dead body wrapped in cloth

• A case that dead bodies are kept in

• Treasure found within a dead body

• A piece of art from long ago

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Some museums question whether it is right to display mummies because it could be seen as _____

• Education

• Exciting

• Confusing

• Disrespectful

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What is the main idea of the section, "Bringing History to Life"?

• People are not interested in seeing mummies.

• People can learn a lot from mummies.

• Only living things should be displayed in museums.

• Museum displays should be more interactive for guests.

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Based on the article, how do mummy displays benefit museums?

• They allow museums to be respectful of the wishes of ancient Egyptians.

• They keep museums darker and quieter.

• They help experts find more mummies to display.

• They attract many visitors to the museums.

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According to the article, why do some people believe mummies should NOT be displayed in museums?

• Mummies are unsettling to look at.

• The mummies are not well cared for.

• The mummies are displayed like objects instead of people.

• The mummies are from too far back in history to be appreciated.

Which of the following sentences supports the idea that ancient Egyptians might NOT want to be displayed in museums?

• “For more than 100 years, mummy exhibits have helped teach people about ancient Egypt.”

• “Some say that mummy exhibits are helping ancient Egyptians achieve the everlasting life they wanted.”

• “They placed mummies inside tombs that were often hidden deep underground.”

• “We can also learn about them online and from books and documentaries.”

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How do the photographs support the ideas in the debate? (This is a short answer response which needs a correct answer and text evidence to match.)

• The photographs prove that many people want to see mummies. The text says, "Mummies also draw attention to the museums that display them. They can bring in thousands of visitors."

• The photographs show that there is little interest in seeing mummies.

• The photographs show that we are going against the wishes of the ancient Egyptians. The text says, "To have their bodies visited and remembered was a very important part of Ancient Egyptian beliefs."

• The photographs provide an answer to the debate about displaying mummies in museums.

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