Archaeological Findings Quiz

What type of writing was found by archaeologists?

• Pictographic

• Alphabetic

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

Which civilizations' handwriting style was discovered?

• Indus Valley and Chinese

• Egyptian and Mayan

• Sumerian or Assyrian

• Roman and Greek

Where was the ancient handwriting style found?

• In China

• In Greece

• In Egypt

• In Iraq

What material was the writing found on?

• Papyrus

• Animal skin

• Stone tablet

• Clay wall

Who adapted the article about the archaeological find?

• The Smithsonian Institution

• Newsela staff

• National Geographic

What was the primary purpose of the writing discovered?

• Religious texts

• Trade and commerce records

• Legal codes

• Historical records

How did researchers determine the age of the writing?

• Carbon dating

• Contextual analysis

• Comparative analysis with known texts

• Stylistic analysis

What tools were used to create the ancient writings?

• Reed pens

• Chisels

• Quills

• Brushes

What method was primarily used to preserve the ancient writings?

• Engraving on metal plates

• Writing on papyrus scrolls

• Carving on stone tablets

• Storing in clay jars

Which tool was most commonly used for writing in ancient Mesopotamia?

• Stylus

• Feather quill

• Brush

• Fountain pen