Archaeology Quiz

What is the first phase of archaeological research?

• Develop a workable research topic

• Obtain excavation permits

• Find prospective archaeological sites

• Conduct ethnographic research

Which of the following is NOT a part of Phase II in archaeological research?

• Conduct a thorough archival/library research

• Procure your research equipment and tools

• Conduct reconnaissance survey

• Form a research team

What does ethnographic research primarily focus on?

• Analyzing soil samples

• Excavating archaeological sites

• Understanding human actions within their cultural context

• Studying artifacts

What is the purpose of an archaeological reconnaissance survey?

• To analyze artifacts

• To find prospective archaeological sites

• To evaluate the significance of archaeological remains

• To conduct excavation

Which tool is NOT typically used in excavation?

• Microscope

• GPS

• Prismatic compass

• Trowel

What is the main goal of the stripping technique in excavation?

• To expose the vertical face of a site

• To expose the horizontal face of a site

• To dig deep into the ground

• To collect soil samples

What is a shovel test pit (STP) used for?

• To dig large trenches

• To analyze soil layers

• To define the boundary of sites

• To excavate artifacts

What does the term 'provenience' refer to in archaeology?

• The record of the location of a find

• The method of excavation

• The depth of excavation

• The type of artifacts found

What is the purpose of back-filling after excavation?

• To preserve the site

• To analyze the findings

• To prepare for further excavation

• To document the excavation process

Which of the following is a method of excavation?

• Trench excavation

• Naturalism

• Understanding

• Induction