The Egyptians developed elaborate tombs and burial techniques:
A)to preserve their sacred cats in the harsh desert climate.
B)following the example of the Hebrews and other nomadic people.
C)because they believed deceased people would be reincarnated as animals.
D)to enable a person's afterlife and ensure he or she had all that was necessary there.
E)to demonstrate their great respect for their ancestors.

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The Egyptians believed in an afterlife and developed elaborate burial techniques to ensure that the deceased had all that was necessary to live comfortably in the afterlife. This included elaborate tombs, burial items, and the process of mummification to preserve the body for the journey to the afterlife.

The Egyptians Developed Elaborate Tombs and Burial Techniques