Egypt Choice Board v3

What was the primary goal of ancient Egyptian mummification?

• To prepare the body for a journey to the afterlife.

• To prevent the body from decomposing.

• To honor the gods by preserving the deceased.

• To create a lasting monument to the deceased's life.

Why did ancient Egyptian mummifiers remove the brain?

• It was believed to be the seat of the soul and needed special preservation.

• Neurons decay quickly, making the brain difficult to preserve.

• To make space for canopic jars inside the skull.

• It was considered an impure organ and discarded.

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Which internal organ was intentionally left inside the body during ancient Egyptian mummification?

• Liver

• Stomach

• Intestines

• Heart

What is Natron, and how did it help preserve the body during mummification?

• A type of embalming fluid that hardened the skin.

• A natural salt mixture that killed bacteria and prevented enzymatic decay.

• A special oil used to moisturize the skin and prevent cracking.

• A fragrant herb mixture used to mask the smell of decay.

Approximately how long was the body left in Natron to dry during the mummification process?

• 7 days

• 14 days

• 35 days

• 70 days