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1. 1.

   Here are some interesting statements about the mummification. Tick (√) the ones that are correct.

   1. In ancient Egypt, mortal remains were mummified with jewels and utility objects to ensure a comfortable afterlife.
   2. Mummification is not exclusive to ancient Egypt. Many other civilisations such as Australian Aboriginal, the Incan, and the Aztec also preserved bodies in honour of the deceased.
   3. In ancient Egypt, the mummification process involved retaining the internal organs.
   4. Some pharaohs were buried with their pets.
   5. The Egyptians essentially used to resin to embaln bodies.
   6. In mainsteam films, mummies have been portrayed as benevolent supernatural beings
2. 2.

   Based on your understanding of the story, complete the following by filling in the blanks.

   1. (bric-a-brac shop) It had a ______________ atmosphere. Cobwebs were hanging there. One could see materials of _______________and ____________ flowing from the  cabinets. In addition to this, there were many ____________ on the walls, showcasing numerous people across time.
   2. (the foot) When the narrator first held the foot, he found it to be quite ____________. It had a _____________ colour that made it look _____________. He  noticed that it was not made of any _______________ substance but was actually an _______________ foot.
   3. (Hermonthis) She looked _______________ and delicate. _______________ enhanced her Egyptian looks. She wore a ________________ that looked as though made of _____________________.
3. 3.

   Old Pharaoh will not be pleased. He loved his daughter, the dear man!

   1. Who was being referred to as the 'Old Pharaoh' and by whom?
   2. What was the Pharaoh likely to be displeased about?
   3. How was the tone of the speaker here?
4. 4.

   You people do not know how to preserve yourselves.

   1. Who was the speaker and whom was he talking to?
   2. Who were referred to as 'you people'?
   3. Why couldn't they preserve themselves?
5. 5.

   After returning home, where did the narrator place the mummy's foot? What did the narrator think about the effect?

6. 6.

   Why was the foot unwilling to unite with Hermonthis?