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Why did they bury people with possessions? ​

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Grave goods, in archaeology and anthropology, are the items buried along with the body. They are usually personal possessions, supplies to smooth the deceased's journey into the afterlife or offerings to the gods. Grave goods may be classed as a type of votive deposit.

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omg I remember this from 6th grade lol but so they knew a lil bout them selves and to signify their worth or like so they knew what they liked .

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