The Legend of Isis and Osiris Quiz

How many pieces did Seth tear the box and Osiris into? Tick one.

• 11

• 12

• 13

• 14

Answer explanation

Seth tore the box and Osiris into 14 pieces, which is the correct answer. This detail highlights the extent of his actions in the mythological context.

Which of these words is not used to describe the box? Tick one.

• valuable

• heavy

• delicate

• golden

Answer explanation

The word 'delicate' is not used to describe the box, as it implies fragility, while 'valuable', 'heavy', and 'golden' suggest worth or physical characteristics that are more commonly associated with a box.

Number the events from 1-4 to show the order that they occurred in.

• Isis looks for Osiris by the river.

• A group of servants carry in a box.

• Seth invites Isis and Osiris to a party.

• Isis makes Osiris whole again.

Answer explanation

The correct order is: 1) Seth invites Isis and Osiris to a party, 2) A group of servants carry in a box, 3) Isis makes Osiris whole again, and finally, 4) Isis looks for Osiris by the river.

Draw four lines and complete each sentence. One has been done for you. Ra...

Answer explanation

To complete the sentence starting with 'Ra...', you can use 'Rain' as it fits contextually. The other lines should follow a similar pattern, ensuring each word starts with 'Ra' and completes a meaningful sentence.

Find and copy one word that tells you that the box is worth a lot of money.

(a)  

Answer explanation

The word 'valuable' indicates that the box has significant worth, suggesting it is worth a lot of money.

Why did everything go dark after Osiris had climbed into the box?

Answer explanation

Everything went dark after Osiris climbed into the box because it was a trap set by Set, who wanted to eliminate Osiris. The darkness symbolizes the danger and the impending doom that Osiris faced.

Explain why Seth needed to measure Osiris from head to toe.

Answer explanation

Seth needed to measure Osiris from head to toe to ensure he could accurately recreate him, as this act was essential for the resurrection process in Egyptian mythology.

Number the events from 1-4 to show the order that they occurred in.

• Seth measured Osiris from head to toe.

• Seth tracked down Isis.

• Seth revealed a golden box.

• Seth invites Isis and Osiris to a party.

Answer explanation

Seth first invites Isis and Osiris to a party, then tracks down Isis. After that, he reveals a golden box, and finally measures Osiris from head to toe, establishing the correct order of events.

Who threw the box into the river? Tick one.

• Seth

• the servants

• the other guests

• Osiris

Answer explanation

Seth is the correct choice because he is the one identified as having thrown the box into the river, while the other options do not have any evidence supporting their involvement.

Which of the following statements is true? Tick one.

• Only Isis and Osiris went to the party.

• A few guests went to the party.

• Hundreds of guests went to the party.

• Thousands of guests went to the party.

Answer explanation

The statement "Hundreds of guests went to the party" is true, as it suggests a significant number of attendees, while the other options imply either too few or an exaggerated number.