Ancient Civilizations Module 1 Lesson 1 Quiz

Which kind of scholar studies the past based on artifacts people have left behind?

• Historian

• Archaeologist

• Geologist

• Psychologist

Which of the following is NOT a reason for studying history given in the book?

• Knowing yourself

• Knowing others

• Knowing you're right

• Knowing the world

Which word means a part or imprint of something that was once alive?

• Artifact

• Fossil

• Geologist

• Culture

Which is NOT an example of a primary source?

• Photograph

• Diary

• Audio recording

• Encyclopedia

Which word means the knowledge, beliefs, customs, and values of a group of people?

• Culture

• Fossil

• History

• Geography

Which term means information gathered by someone who did NOT take part in or witness an event?

• Primary source

• Secondary source

Which source of information did we see in Finding Your Roots?

• Photograph

• Family tree

• Marriage certificate

• All of these

Which kind of scholar studies the earth, including things like rocks and changes in the earth's surface?

• Archaeologist

• Historian

• Geologist

• Paleontologist

Which source of information is an example of a secondary source?

• Textbook

• Encyclopedia

• Both textbook and encyclopedia