Understanding Archaeology: Laws and Practices

What was the first law in the United States to protect archaeological sites?

• The Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979

• The Antiquities Act of 1906

• The Historic Preservation Act

• The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1993

What does the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 do?

• It designates all archaeological sites as public property.

• It requires archaeologists to wear Hazmat suits at all sites.

• It sets penalties for looters and illegal sellers of antiquities.

• It allows private collectors to keep artifacts found on their property.

Who advises the President and Congress on historical preservation issues?

• State Historic Preservation Officers

• The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

• Tribal Historic Preservation Officers

• The Department of Antiquities

What must archaeologists do before they begin to dig?

• Publish their findings

• Obtain necessary permission and public permits

• Sell the artifacts they find

• Notify the local news agencies

What act requires that human remains and funerary objects be inventoried and possibly returned to Native Americans?

• The Antiquities Act of 1906

• The Native American Cultural Act

• The Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979

• The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1993