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According to the speaker, ancient Egyptians initially began mummifying the remains of the dead _______

as a way of honoring high-status community leaders.

in an attempt to stop the natural processes.

to mimic the effects of the desert climate on the dead.

to prevent infection and disease caused by burying the dead in simple pit graves.

to reinforce cultural and spiritual beliefs about the after life.

to reflect the drying out of bodies which occurs in very hot regions.