a statue
He wedged stones into the tomb opening and all the escapes so they were trapped inside.
because he felt like it
Gebu at first seems to respect Ranofer during the beginning of the novel, but Ranofer explains that he is mean and "Son of the Set Devil". Also, later in the book, we see that Gebu has beaten Ranofer before and that there are marks on his back.
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He tells him to make a golden leaf.
Ranofer gained access to the tomb by using his knowledge of the area and the habits of the workers. He cleverly waited for the guards to be distracted and then slipped inside through a hidden entrance. His determination to uncover the secrets of the tomb and prove his worth motivated him to take the risk. Once inside, Ranofer was captivated by the treasures and the history that surrounded him.
He wedged stones into the tomb opening and all the escapes so they were trapped inside.
He wedged stones into the tomb opening and all the escapes so they were trapped inside.
Ranofer fell into the tomb while trying to escape from Gebu, who had been mistreating him and forcing him to work in a goldsmith's shop. Heqet and the Ancient figured out where Ranofer had gone by following the tracks and signs of disturbance in the desert sand, which led them to the entrance of the tomb where Ranofer had accidentally stumbled. Their keen observation skills helped them deduce that Ranofer's disappearance was related to the nearby tomb, allowing them to find him.
Ranofer and Heqet go to the tomb of Queen Tuya to retrieve the hidden gold.
Ranofer recognized Gebu and Wenamon's tomb by spotting the signet ring that had both their names engraved on it, which they had lost earlier in the story. This signet ring helped him make the connection to their tomb.
qa-nefer found him in the tomb and thought he was stealing
he finds a golden goblet that was stolen from a tomb that laid in the tomb for 100s of years
because he felt like it
The tomb is inside the Sphinx at Giza, on Nabooti Island. (see related question)
Ranofer explains that he would very much like to be Zau's pupil, but does not have the money. Zau then explains to Ranofer he will charge no fee, but Ranofer replies he cannot because of his apprenticeship with Gebu. Zau tells him to dissolve it. Ranofer explains he cannot. Zau then says: "Son of my old friend, it is clear that I can do nothing for you at the present. You must reshape your life into some other form. When you have done this, come to me again, and I will teach you." (132)
They gave him confidence in trying to stop Gebu and becoming a goldsmith. Also, near the end they guarded the entrance of the tomb or shaft while Ranofer looked for help.