Ancient Civilizations And Early Human Survival Terra Nova Practice Test

The practice of mummification reflects ancient beliefs about what?

The sun god The royal court The harvest cycle The afterlife

Correct Answer:

The afterlife

Explanation:

Preserving the body through mummification is tied to a belief in life after death. Ancient Egyptians thought the soul would continue to exist and needed a well-preserved body so it could recognize it and navigate the afterlife, with spells, tombs, and grave goods helping along the journey. This focus on what happens after death is why mummification reflects beliefs about the afterlife. The other ideas—worship of the sun god, royal status, or farming cycles—aren’t the central reason for this practice.

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