PART A: Which statement identifies the central idea of the text? A.

In ancient Egypt, it was very unlikely for nobles to be granted eternal life by the

gods.

B.

In order to be accepted into the afterlife in ancient Egypt, an individual was

judged by the wealth they possessed at the end of their lives.

C. Mummification was a process in which ancient Egyptian citizens showed respect

for their nobles.

D. In ancient Egypt, a noble's journey to the afterlife includes mummification and

spiritual judgement by the God Osiris.