Do Mummies Belong in Museums

What is a mummy?

• a dead body wrapped in cloth

• a case that dead bodies are kept in

• treasure found with a dead body

• a piece of art from long ago

Some museums question whether it is right to display mummies because it can be seen as _________.

• educational

• exciting

• confusing

• disrespectful

What is the main idea of “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.

Based on the article, how do mummy exhibits help museums?

• They allow museums to respect the wishes of ancient Egyptians.

• They keep the museums darker and quieter.

• They help experts find more mummies.

• They attract many visitors.

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

• They are unsettling to look at.

• They are not well cared for.

• They are displayed like objects instead of people.

• They are from too far back in history.

Which sentence 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.”

How do the photographs support the ideas in the debate?

• They provide visual evidence.

• They distract from the main points.

• They are irrelevant to the debate.

• They confuse the audience.

In your opinion, is it disrespectful to display mummies in museums?

Match the following

• To Keep or Save from Injury or Harm

• Display

• No Changed, Bothered, or Moved

• Troubled

• To Show or Exhibit; Make Visible

• Undisturbed

• Worried or Distressed

• Preserve

• Closed Tightly

• Sealed