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What did the archaeologists unearth in the ancient Egyptian city of Abydos?
What did the archaeologists unearth in the ancient Egyptian city of Abydos?
- An ancient temple dedicated to Ramses II
- A collection of ancient artifacts
- Over 2,000 mummified ram heads (correct)
- A burial site for pharaohs
Where was the storage building containing the mummified ram heads found?
Where was the storage building containing the mummified ram heads found?
- On the outskirts of the archaeological site
- Next to Ramses II's burial site
- In the northern part of an ancient temple (correct)
- In the heart of the city of Abydos
Who ruled Egypt from 1279 BCE to 1213 BCE?
Who ruled Egypt from 1279 BCE to 1213 BCE?
- Ramses II (correct)
- Hatshepsut
- Akhenaten
- Cleopatra
What other animal skeletons were found in the area along with the mummified ram heads?
What other animal skeletons were found in the area along with the mummified ram heads?
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When do the animal remains found in the area date back to?
When do the animal remains found in the area date back to?
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What do the researchers believe is the age of another previously unknown building near the temple?
What do the researchers believe is the age of another previously unknown building near the temple?
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What kind of remains were left as offerings to Ramses II in the afterlife?
What kind of remains were left as offerings to Ramses II in the afterlife?
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Which city is located approximately 275 miles (442 km) south of Abydos?
Which city is located approximately 275 miles (442 km) south of Abydos?
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What type of ancient Egyptian building was Abydos known for?
What type of ancient Egyptian building was Abydos known for?
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What condition were some of the mummified ram heads found in?
What condition were some of the mummified ram heads found in?
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