Ancient Egyptian Mummification Quiz

What did ancient Egyptians do to the brain during mummification?

• Left it intact

• Preserved it in jars

• Dissolved it with chemicals

• Removed it through the nose

Why was the heart treated with special care during mummification?

• It was the source of life

• It was difficult to remove

• It was believed to be the seat of the soul

• It contained important enzymes

What substance was used to fill jars containing visceral organs?

• Cedar oil

• Natron

• Linen

• Tree resin

What are the two main components of natron?

• Soda ash and baking soda

• Linen and wax

• Salt and water

• Tree resin and cedar oil

How long was the corpse set in a bed of natron?

• 50 days

• 35 days

• 20 days

• 10 days

What was poured over the body to seal it after mummification?

• Linen

• Natron

• Tree resin

• Cedar oil

What did the priests use to disinfect the skin of the corpse?

• Natron

• Cedar oil

• Tree resin

• Linen

What was a common health problem in ancient Egypt according to mummy studies?

• Diabetes

• Cardiovascular disease

• Cancer

• Asthma

What unusual tax was applied to some mummies when they were transported?

• As spices

• As livestock

• As gold

• As salted fish

What was the purpose of wrapping the body in linen during mummification?

• To protect it from decay

• To make it look presentable

• To keep it warm

• To hide any imperfections