Mysteries of Mummification

Where besides Egypt have mummies been found?

• Exclusively in Egypt

• Around the world

• Only in China

• Only in Peru

What was the primary purpose of removing the brain during mummification?

• To study its structure

• To prevent decay

• Because it was considered useless

• To use it in rituals

Why was the heart left inside the body?

• It was too difficult to remove

• It was considered the center of being

• To keep the body balanced

• Because it was considered sacred

What substance was used to dry out the body?

• Salt

• Limestone

• Sand

• Natron

What was the purpose of the 'opening of the mouth' ritual?

• To allow the mummy to breathe

• To sing to the deceased

• To scare away evil spirits

• To enable the deceased to enjoy the afterlife