“Do Mummies Belong in Museums?” Quiz

1. What is a mummy?

• a dead body wrapped in cloth
• a case that dead bodies are kept in
• treasure found with a dead body
• a piece of art from long ago

2. Some museums question whether it is right to display mummies because it can be seen as __________.

• educational
• exciting
• confusing
• disrespectful

3. What is the main idea of “Bringing History to Life”?

• People are not interested in seeing mummies.
• People can learn a lot from mummies.
• Only living things should be displayed in museums.
• Museum displays should be more interactive.

4. Based on the article, how do mummy exhibits help museums?

• They allow museums to respect the wishes of ancient Egyptians.
• They keep the museums darker and quieter.
• They help experts find more mummies.
• They attract many visitors.

5. According to the article, why do some people believe mummies should NOT be displayed in museums?

• They are unsettling to look at.
• They are not well cared for.
• They are displayed like objects instead of people.
• They are from too far back in history.

6. Which sentence supports the idea that ancient Egyptians might NOT want to be displayed in museums?

• “For more than 100 years, mummy exhibits have helped teach people about ancient Egypt.”
• “Some say that mummy exhibits are helping ancient Egyptians achieve the everlasting life they wanted.”
• “They placed mummies inside tombs that were often hidden deep underground.”
• “We can also learn about them online and from books and documentaries.”

7. How do the photographs support the ideas in the debate? Use details from the text in your answer.