The Discovery of King Tut's Tomb

Who began the search for tombs in the Valley of the Kings in 1914?

• King Tut

• An experienced British archaeologist

• Howard Carter

• An Egyptian king

What did Howard Carter discover in November 1922?

• A sealed door leading to a boy king's tomb

• King Tut's golden throne

• Over 5,000 artifacts

• The Valley of the Kings

How long did King Tut rule for?

• 19 years

• 10 years

• 5,000 years

• Since 1914

What belief did the ancient Egyptians have that influenced what was buried with them?

• Belief in reincarnation

• Belief in life after death

• Belief in the power of gold

• Belief in the importance of archaeology

What items were found in King Tut's tomb?

• His golden throne, jewelry, and chariots

• Maps of the Valley of the Kings

• Howard Carter's tools

• A guide to ancient Egypt

What covered many of the artifacts in King Tut's tomb?

• Sand from the desert

• Hieroglyphic inscriptions

• Gold and precious jewels

• Paintings of the afterlife

What was King Tut's coffin made of?

• Wood

• Stone

• Gold

• Bronze

What was the significance of the discovery of King Tut's mummy?

• It showed how modern Egyptians bury their dead.

• It revealed the wealth of ancient Egyptian pharaohs.

• It showed archaeologists how ancient Egyptians buried their dead.

• It had no significant impact on historical knowledge.

What did the artifacts related to King Tut help us learn about?

• Modern Egyptian laws

• Ancient Egyptian customs and culture

• The technology used by ancient Egyptians

• The language spoken by ancient Egyptians

What does the solid gold mask represent?

• It represents a famous Egyptian painting.

• It is a representation of modern Egyptian art.

• It covered the head and shoulders of King Tut's mummy.

• It was a common item found in all Egyptian tombs.