I WONDER - How Were Ancient Egyptian Tombs Decorated?

The video tutorial explains the process following mummification, where the body is placed in a sarcophagus, a type of coffin made from stone or wood. The sarcophagus is often adorned with intricate carvings and hieroglyphs that illustrate the deceased's journey to the afterlife. Finally, the sarcophagus is placed in a tomb, which is also decorated with paintings and carvings.

What is a sarcophagus primarily made of?

• Metal

• Glass

• Stone or wood

• Clay

What do the carvings and hieroglyphs on a sarcophagus represent?

• The deceased's family tree

• The deceased's favorite animals

• The deceased's wealth

• The deceased's journey to the afterlife

What is the purpose of the intricate carvings on the sarcophagus?

• To show the deceased's achievements

• To protect the body

• To depict the journey to the afterlife

• To identify the deceased

Where is the sarcophagus placed after it is decorated?

• In a tomb

• In a pyramid

• In a museum

• In a temple

What materials are used to decorate the tomb?

• Paintings and carvings

• Silk and fabric

• Flowers and plants

• Jewels and gold