Ancient Egyptian Religion and the Afterlife Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of religion and afterlife beliefs in Ancient Egypt. They will develop an awareness of the beliefs associated with death, such as belief in an afterlife, and funerary customs, and practices. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Readings


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Egyptian Religion Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research questions worksheet below and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Egyptian Religion Research.docx
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Option 3: Watch video


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:

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Egyptian Religion Viewing Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the following video:

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