Sphinx Restoration and Perception

The speaker shares a personal and emotional connection with the Sphinx, describing it as a living entity. They recount the restoration efforts after the Sphinx lost its right shoulder in 1988, emphasizing the challenges of removing cement and the importance of treating the monument like a human. The restoration culminated in a grand celebration attended by President Mubarak, marking a significant moment in the Sphinx's history.

How does the narrator perceive the Sphinx?

• As a mere stone structure

• As a living entity

• As a historical artifact

• As a tourist attraction

What significant event happened to the Sphinx in 1988?

• It was moved to a new location

• It lost its right shoulder

• It was discovered

• It was painted

How long did the restoration of the Sphinx take?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

What was emphasized as important during the restoration process?

• Involving international experts

• Speed of completion

• Using appropriate materials

• Using modern technology

Who attended the celebration after the Sphinx's restoration?

• President Mubarak

• The United Nations

• International tourists

• The local community