- 1. Who is the author of the Egyptian Book of the Dead?
A) Unknown
B) Thoth
C) Osiris
D) Isis
- 2. What language was the Egyptian Book of the Dead originally written in?
A) Latin
B) Arabic
C) Greek
D) Ancient Egyptian
- 3. Which ancient Egyptian deity is prominent in the Book of the Dead?
A) Osiris
B) Ra
C) Anubis
D) Horus
- 4. What does the symbol of the Ankh represent in the Book of the Dead?
A) Eternity
B) Life
C) Death
D) Power
- 5. What is the role of Ma'at in the Book of the Dead?
A) God of the sun
B) Scribe of Osiris
C) Guardian of the underworld
D) Goddess of truth and justice
- 6. What does the 'negative confession' in the Book of the Dead involve?
A) Solving riddles
B) Payment of debts
C) Denial of sins and wrongdoing
D) Naming enemies
- 7. What purpose did magical spells in the Book of the Dead serve?
A) Protect the deceased from harm
B) Change the weather
C) Control animals
D) Win battles
- 8. Who was responsible for preparing the deceased for the afterlife according to the Book of the Dead?
A) Artisans
B) Priests
C) Merchants
D) Warriors
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