Exploring Archaeology

Define the term excavation.

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Define the term aerial photograph.

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List five ways that archaeologists find sites to excavate.

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List three ways in which evidence can be preserved.

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

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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