Who Are Archaeologists?

What is the main purpose of this passage?

• To explain the daily life and work of an archaeologist

• To describe different types of ancient reptiles

• To argue that archaeology is the most important science

• To teach readers how to become an archaeologist

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CCSS.RI.5.2

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What is the meaning of the word excavation in this sentence?

• The process of studying ancient reptiles

• The careful digging of a site to uncover historical remains

• The practice of collecting fossils for museums

• The use of maps to locate old cities

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CCSS.RI.5.4

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What is the purpose of the section “Site Survey”?

• To show how archaeologists select a location to dig

• To explain why some artifacts are more valuable than others

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Which sentence from the passage best supports the idea that archaeologists must be very detailed in their work?

• They dig everywhere, including in old garbage piles and toilets.

• They also take soil samples and bag up artifacts.

• Good recordkeeping is really important.

• Sometimes archaeologists name and date the layers from the artifacts.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

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Based on the passage, what is the most likely reason archaeologists create timelines?

• To show how different artifacts fit into historical periods

• To compare their discoveries with those of paleontologists

• To track how many artifacts they have collected

• To prove that excavation is an important job

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CCSS.RI.5.2

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How does the author organize the passage to explain the work of archaeologists?

• By presenting different steps archaeologists take in their research

• By listing the names of famous archaeologists

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How do archaeologists determine the age of artifacts?

• By examining the soil layers where the artifacts are found

• By comparing artifacts to similar items in museums

• By comparing archaeologists to geologists and paleontologists

• By focusing only on the tools archaeologists use

What is the best summary of the section “Stratigraphy and Dating”?

• Archaeologists look for ancient coins and jewelry to help them date a site.

• Archaeologists examine soil layers to determine the age of a site and its artifacts.

• Archaeologists only dig deep enough to find modern objects.

• Archaeologists avoid digging too deep because it could damage the site.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

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