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What burial practice did Egyptians adopt after realizing that pyramids were easily robbed?
What burial practice did Egyptians adopt after realizing that pyramids were easily robbed?
- Burial in open fields
- Burial in grand temples
- Burial in hidden underground tombs (correct)
- Burial in Mastabas
Which event preceded the construction of pyramids for pharaohs?
Which event preceded the construction of pyramids for pharaohs?
- The discovery of King Tutankhamen's tomb
- The invasion of Napoleon
- The study of Egyptian ruins by scientists
- The burial of pharaohs in Mastabas (correct)
What significant archaeological discovery was made by Howard Carter?
What significant archaeological discovery was made by Howard Carter?
- The tomb of Cleopatra
- King Tutankhamen's tomb untouched (correct)
- An ancient Egyptian city
- The entrance to Giza pyramids
What significant change occurred in Egyptian burial practices between the Old and New Kingdoms?
What significant change occurred in Egyptian burial practices between the Old and New Kingdoms?
What was one of the motivations behind Napoleon's expedition to Egypt?
What was one of the motivations behind Napoleon's expedition to Egypt?
Flashcards
Early Egyptian Burial
Early Egyptian Burial
Egyptians first buried their dead in mud brick tombs called Mastabas.
Old Kingdom Tombs
Old Kingdom Tombs
Pharaohs in the Old Kingdom were buried in large pyramids.
Pyramid Problems
Pyramid Problems
Pyramids were often robbed, leading Egyptians to change their burial methods.
New Kingdom Tombs
New Kingdom Tombs
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Modern Study of Ruins
Modern Study of Ruins
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Study Notes
Ancient Egyptian Burial Practices
- Egyptians initially buried their dead in mud brick tombs called Mastabas.
- During the Old Kingdom, pharaohs were interred in monumental pyramids.
- Pyramids were vulnerable to theft, leading Egyptians to abandon pyramid construction.
- In the New Kingdom, pharaohs were buried in concealed underground tombs.
- Napoleon's invasion of Egypt brought scientists to study the ruins, initiating a new era in Egyptology.
- British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered King Tutankhamun's intact tomb.
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Description
Explore the fascinating evolution of burial practices in ancient Egypt, from mud brick tombs to monumental pyramids. This quiz delves into the significance of tomb construction and the impact of archaeological discoveries on our understanding of Egyptology. Test your knowledge of key figures and events that shaped these practices.
