VOICED : La guerra de Yemen amenaza coleccion de momias milenarias

A collection of mummies dating back to 400 BC in Yemen is under threat due to the ongoing war. The conflict has caused significant destruction, and the mummies, lacking proper maintenance, are now infected with germs and microbes. Experts are needed to preserve these mummies, which belong to a little-known civilization in ancient Yemen. Discovered in the 1980s and 1990s, these remains face environmental challenges and potential unknown bacteria. The war in Yemen, involving pro-Iranian Houthi rebels and a Saudi-led coalition, began in 2015.

What is the primary threat to the mummies in Yemen?

• Natural disasters

• War and lack of maintenance

• Tourism

• Climate change

Why is there a need for a specialized expert in Yemen?

• To study ancient scripts

• To promote tourism

• To conduct archaeological excavations

• To maintain and preserve the mummies

What historical period do the mummies in Yemen belong to?

• Roman Empire

• Ancient Egypt

• Arabia Felix

• Mayan Civilization

What environmental challenges are affecting the mummies?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Heat and humidity

• Floods

• Earthquakes

When did the conflict in Yemen begin?

• 2010

• 2015

• 2005

• 2020