Exploring Ancient Cultures Vocabulary

What is the role of an archeologist?

• A person who studies the stars and planets

• A scientist who looks for and studies evidence from long ago

• A person who writes historical novels

• A scientist who studies living organisms

Which of the following best describes an ancestor?

• A future family member

• A distant relative from another country

• An early family member

• A friend of the family

How does the concept of migration differ from simple travel?

• Migration involves a permanent move, while travel is temporary

• Migration is only for animals, not people

• Migration is a form of vacation

• Migration is a short-term journey

What is a theory?

• A proven fact

• An idea or belief about something based on study and research

• A random guess

• A fictional story

Why are artifacts important to archeologists?

• They are used to predict the future

• They provide evidence of past human activity

• They are valuable for trade

• They are used to decorate museums

What is the main characteristic of a civilization?

• A group of people living in tents

• A culture with a complex system of government, education, and religion

• A small village with no government

• A nomadic tribe

How does barter differ from using money?

• Barter involves trading goods directly without money

• Barter is a modern form of trade

• Barter uses digital currency

• Barter is only used in ancient times

What is a tradition?

• A new trend

• A way of life or an idea that has been handed down from the past

• A temporary fashion

• A scientific discovery

What does it mean to specialize in a job?

• To do many different jobs at once

• To spend time doing one job

• To avoid working

• To change jobs frequently

Why is irrigation important in agriculture?

• It helps to bring water to dry areas, making farming possible

• It prevents plants from growing

• It is used to remove water from fields

• It is a method to plant seeds