Do Mummies Belong in Museums? Quizizz

What was Nes-Min's profession in ancient Egypt?

• Doctor

• Farmer

• Priest

• Soldier

How was Nes-Min's body preserved after his death?

• Burned in a fire

• Wrapped in linen

• Thrown into the river

• Buried in sand

What ritual was likely performed at Nes-Min's funeral?

• Fireworks display

• Sacrificial offering

• Opening of the Mouth

• Dance ceremony

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What is the purpose of the exhibition 'Mummies of the World'?

• To study modern medicine

• To promote tourism in Egypt

• To showcase ancient artifacts

• To teach about ancient Egypt

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What did ancient Egyptians believe about the afterlife?

• Everyone becomes a god

• There is eternal sleep

• Spirits return to their bodies

• There is no afterlife

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What do some scholars believe about engaging with mummies?

• It angers the gods

• It has no effect on the afterlife

• It helps achieve immortality

• It disrespects the dead

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What did ancient Egyptians do to protect their tombs?

• Invite tourists to visit

• Hide them deep underground

• Leave them open

• Advertise their location

What is the opinion of Heba Abd el Gawad regarding mummy exhibits?

• They have no impact on the afterlife

• They fulfill the final wishes of the dead

• They are essential for historical preservation

• They disregard the final wishes of the dead

What did the Johns Hopkins Archaeological Museum do in 2021 regarding a mummy on display?

• Replaced the mummy with a replica

• Started charging for mummy exhibit

• Removed the mummy from display

• Added more mummies to the display

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What is the approach of the 'Mummies of the World' exhibit towards displaying mummies?

• Bright and noisy rooms

• Dim and hushed rooms

• Outdoor display in sunlight

• Interactive and playful rooms