B11

In the 18th century a large number of foreigners came to the Great Pyramid of Cheops in Egypt. One of the most powerful people of that time, Napoleon Bonaparte, also visited the Pyramid.

 POWER

B12

His expedition to Egypt in 1798 was not only military but archeological as well. He took with him specialists in different spheres of science. The scientist measured, explored and made many drawings of Egyptian pyramids.

 SCIENCE

B13

One day Napoleon with several servants came to the Great Pyramid of Cheops. There he wanted to be left alone.

 SERVE

B14

He ordered everyone to leave him and went into the darkness alone.

 DARK

B15

When he came out he was pale. ‘Are you all right, sir?’ asked the guide. Napoleon was silent. Then he said sadly, ‘Never mention this matter again. Ever!’

 SAD

B16

Years later, his friend Tomblier asked him what he had seen in the Great Pyramid. Napoleon stared at Tomblier for a while, then said only two words, Something impossible!’ He never spoke about it again.

 POSSIBLE