Egyptian Gods & Afterlife: The Book of the Dead

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
10 questions
~20 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on the role of the Book of the Dead in ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. It helps students structure their ideas and supports understanding of key concepts.

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Egyptian Gods & Afterlife: The Book of the Dead

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Essay Planning: The Role of the Book of the Dead in Ancient Egypt

Essay Title/Question:

How did the Book of the Dead shape Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife?

Introduction Thesis:

Outline a brief overview of the importance of the Book of the Dead in Egyptian religion and afterlife beliefs.

Point 1 with Evidence:

Explain how the Book of the Dead helped guide the deceased through the afterlife, referencing specific spells or texts.

Point 2 with Evidence:

Compare the beliefs about judgment after death with and without the use of the Book of the Dead.

Counter-argument:

Analyse possible limitations or alternative views on the effectiveness of the Book of the Dead in ensuring a successful afterlife.

Conclusion:

Summarise how the Book of the Dead influenced Egyptian views on death and the afterlife, and evaluate its significance.

1.
Explain the purpose of the Book of the Dead in ancient Egyptian religion. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the beliefs about the afterlife with and without the use of the Book of the Dead. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyse how the Book of the Dead influenced Egyptian burial practices. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
4.
Outline the main contents of the Book of the Dead and their significance. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Explain the importance of judgment in the Egyptian afterlife as described in the Book of the Dead. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
6.
Compare the views of life after death in ancient Egypt with those of another ancient civilization you know. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
7.
Explain how the Book of the Dead reflects Egyptian beliefs about morality and the soul. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Outline the significance of the spells and inscriptions in the Book of the Dead for Egyptian priests and the deceased. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
9.
Analyse the impact of the Book of the Dead on Egyptian culture and religion. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
10.
Evaluate the importance of the Book of the Dead in understanding ancient Egyptian views on death and the afterlife. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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