Exploring Archaeology

Define the term excavation.

Define the term aerial photograph.

List five ways that archaeologists find sites to excavate.

List three ways in which evidence can be preserved.

Where might the finds from a site be brought? Can you think of any problems that might arise during an excavation?

What is the method of stratigraphy used for?

• To date artefacts and evidence

• To excavate sites

• To analyze pollen

• To test DNA

What does conservation mean?

• Protecting historic objects

• Excavating sites

• Analyzing bones

• Dating artefacts

What is the primary purpose of carbon dating?

• To determine the age of organic materials

• To analyze soil composition

• To map archaeological sites

• To preserve ancient manuscripts

What is the role of an archaeologist during an excavation?

• To uncover and document artefacts

• To design historical buildings

• To create replicas of artefacts

• To sell ancient objects

What is dendrochronology used for in archaeology?

• To date wooden artefacts

• To analyze soil layers

• To preserve ancient textiles

• To map ancient settlements