Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you ever heard about ancient tombs in Egypt? If so, what did you learn? If not, what do you want to know?
- Is it important to protect old places? If so, why is it important? If not, what do you think should be done?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/
- precision /pri-SIZH-uhn/
- stimulate /STIM-yuh-leyt/
- joint /joint/
- valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/
[adjective] – very unusual, special, or surprising
The scientist made an extraordinary discovery during the dig.
[noun] – the quality of being exact and accurate
Surgery must be done with great precision to avoid mistakes.
[verb] – to encourage something to start, develop, or become more active
The new museum exhibit will stimulate interest in ancient cultures.
[adjective] – involving two or more people or groups together
The countries began a joint project to study the old ruins.
[adjective] – very useful, helpful, or important
The book gave valuable information about ancient Egyptian life.
Article reading:
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In June 2025, a team of Egyptian and American archaeologists found an ancient tomb during a regular dig near the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, Egypt. The tomb is believed to be more than 3,500 years old, from the 18th Dynasty, when pharaohs like Hatshepsut and Tutankhamun ruled. The tomb may have belonged to a royal official who worked in the palace. The discovery is considered extraordinary because tombs from this period are very hard to find. Experts said that the design and decorations help explain how people lived and were buried in that time.
Inside the tomb, researchers found colorful wall paintings, pottery, and a wooden coffin. The team is now working carefully to protect the site. The area had flood damage, so the work must be done with precision. Experts believe the tomb will give more knowledge about people who were not kings but were still important. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities hopes this find will support tourism in Luxor. This discovery could stimulate new interest in Egypt’s history and bring in more visitors. Many researchers see the project as a joint mission that shows how teams from different countries can work together. The tomb gives a valuable look into the past and may lead to more finds in the future.
Inside the tomb, researchers found colorful wall paintings, pottery, and a wooden coffin. The team is now working carefully to protect the site. The area had flood damage, so the work must be done with precision. Experts believe the tomb will give more knowledge about people who were not kings but were still important. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities hopes this find will support tourism in Luxor. This discovery could stimulate new interest in Egypt’s history and bring in more visitors. Many researchers see the project as a joint mission that shows how teams from different countries can work together. The tomb gives a valuable look into the past and may lead to more finds in the future.
Comprehension questions
I will read each question. Then, please answer them based on the article.
- When did archaeologists find the ancient tomb in Luxor?
- Where was the tomb discovered?
- How old is the tomb believed to be?
- Who ruled Egypt during the 18th Dynasty?
- Who is believed to have used the tomb?
Discussion questions
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you ever visited a museum about ancient history? If so, what did you see? If not, would you like to go? Why or why not?
- Have you learned about Egypt in school? If so, what did you study? If not, what do you want to know?
- Do you agree that old tombs should be protected?
- Why do you think people study tombs from thousands of years ago?
- How can this discovery help people today understand the past better?