Discovering King Tutankhamun's Tomb

Based on the passage, what inference can you make about Lord Carnarvon's motivation for funding the excavation?

• He wanted to become famous.

• He was interested in ancient history.

• He wanted to prove Carter wrong.

• He was looking for treasure.

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FL.ELA.K12.EE.3.1

What evidence from the text supports the idea that Howard Carter was determined to find Tutankhamun's tomb?

• Carter was an experienced archaeologist.

• Carter persuaded Carnarvon to fund one last season of excavation.

• Carter sent a message to Carnarvon about the discovery.

• Carter worked in the Valley of the Kings.

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FL.ELA.K12.EE.1.1

Explain how the details about the discovery of the stone steps support the central idea of the passage.

• They show the difficulty of the excavation process.

• They highlight the importance of teamwork.

• They illustrate the excitement of the discovery.

• They emphasize the historical significance of the find.

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FL.ELA.5.R.2.2

What is the central claim made by the author about the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb?

• It was a simple and straightforward process.

• It was a groundbreaking archaeological achievement.

• It was a financially motivated endeavor.

• It was a collaborative effort between many countries.

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FL.ELA.5.R.2.4

Identify the Greek or Latin root in the word "archaeologist" and determine its meaning.

• "arch" meaning ruler

• "archaeo" meaning ancient

• "logist" meaning study

• "gist" meaning expert

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FL.ELA.5.V.1.2

What reasoning does the author provide to explain why Carter was a responsible archaeologist?

• He worked quickly to uncover the tomb.

• He waited for Carnarvon before proceeding.

• He carefully documented and preserved each artifact.

• He was the first to enter the tomb.

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FL.ELA.K12.EE.1.1

How does the author use evidence to support the claim that the discovery was significant?

• By describing the number of artifacts found.

• By detailing the reactions of the audience.

• By explaining the historical context of the tomb.

• By listing the materials used in the coffins.

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FL.ELA.5.R.2.4

What inference can be made about the relationship between Carter and Carnarvon based on the passage?

• They were close friends.

• They had a professional partnership.

• They often disagreed on methods.

• They were rivals in archaeology.

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FL.ELA.K12.EE.3.1

Which detail from the passage best supports the idea that the discovery was unexpected?

• The tomb was found beneath rubble.

• The tomb was in the Valley of the Kings.

• The tomb contained many artifacts.

• The tomb was sealed and untouched.

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FL.ELA.5.R.2.2

What is the significance of the "wall of gold" mentioned in the passage?

• It was a barrier to the burial chamber.

• It was a symbol of the king's wealth.

• It was a protective shrine for the king.

• It was a decorative feature of the tomb.

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