Class 11 English - ODISHA
Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues
Discovering Tut: the Saga Continues by A.R. Williams is a fascinating chapter from the Class 11 English textbook that takes students into the mysterious world of ancient Egypt. It chronicles the forensic investigation into the death of Tutankhamun, the teenage Egyptian pharaoh whose tomb was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter. The chapter explores modern archaeological techniques like CT scanning used to solve historical mysteries. For Odisha (BSE) board exams, this chapter is crucial for testing reading comprehension, textual analysis, and understanding the blend of history and advanced science.
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Howard Carter's Discovery
In 1922, British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered Tutankhamun's tomb after years of futile searching, finding it filled with astonishing treasures made of pure gold.
The Curse of the Pharaohs
A popular myth associated with the tomb of King Tut that suggests bad luck, illness, or death will befall anyone who disturbs the mummy.
Damage by Carter
Carter had to hack Tut's mummy away from the solid gold coffin because the ritual resins had cemented the remains, causing severe damage to the bones.
CT Scanning Technology
In 2005, a CT scan was performed on Tutankhamun's mummy to create a three-dimensional virtual image to answer lingering questions about his health and cause of death.
Mystery of Tut's Death
Tutankhamun was the last heir of a powerful pharaoh dynasty. His sudden death in his teens remains an enduring historical mystery, with theories ranging from murder to illness.
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Board Exam Info
In the Odisha (BSE) Class 11 English examinations, this chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks. Questions usually include short-answer questions (SAQs) about Carter's discovery, long-answer questions (LAQs) on the role of modern technology in archaeology, and reference-to-context questions based on extracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Tut's mummy subjected to a CT scan?
The CT scan was done to uncover new clues about his life and death, and to solve the mystery of how he died after nearly 80 years of conflicting X-ray results.
What problems did Howard Carter face when he found the mummy?
Carter found that the ritual resins had hardened, cementing Tut to the bottom of his solid gold coffin. He had to chisel the mummy's body out piece by piece.
Who was Tutankhamun?
Tutankhamun, popularly known as 'King Tut', was a teenage Egyptian pharaoh of the 18th dynasty who died unexpectedly and whose intact tomb brought worldwide fame.
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