Unearthing the Treasures: The Remarkable 7th Century Tomb of a Saxon Monarch

A Saxon monarch's tomb, considered the most significant archaeological find in Britain since the 1939 Sutton Hoo discovery, was unearthed in Southend on Sea, Essex. The tomb contained gold crosses, glass bowls, and a sword, believed to belong to either King Siebert or Sigebert. These items, some originating from Egypt, Greece, or France, will be displayed at the Museum of London and later near the discovery site. The local council anticipates significant cultural and historical impacts from this find.

What is the significance of the Saxon monarch's tomb discovery?

• It is the first Saxon tomb found in Britain.

• It is the most important find since the Sutton Hoo Ship Burial.

• It contained the largest collection of gold ever found.

• It was discovered by accident during a storm.

Which kings are believed to have owned the artifacts found in the tomb?

• King Arthur and King Alfred

• King Siebert and King Sigebert

• King Edward and King Harold

• King Richard and King John

Where was the Saxon monarch's tomb discovered?

• In a forest in Scotland

• In a field in Northern Ireland

• Under a castle in Wales

• During roadworks in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

What is the origin of some of the items found in the tomb?

• They were crafted in the Americas.

• They were imported from China.

• They were all made in Britain.

• They originated from Egypt, Greece, or France.

Where will the discovered objects be displayed after the Museum of London?

• In a museum in Paris

• At Southend, near the discovery site

• In a private collection

• At the British Museum