| A | B |
| archaeology | study of life and culture of ancient people |
| tomb | burial vault or chamber |
| mummy | a dead body preserved by embalming and drying |
| shrine | a table used for religious purposes |
| excavation | the process of uncovering by digging |
| ancient | belonging to early history |
| seal | emblem affixed as a mark of authenticity |
| pharaoh | an ancient Egyptian ruler |
| chamber | a room or enclosed space |
| cache | a hidden supply of something |