Archaeological Discoveries and Burial Practices

Archaeological Discoveries and Burial Practices

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Science

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

FREE Resource

The video discusses unique archaeological findings, particularly stone artifacts like axes, knives, and spearheads, found in a well-preserved environment. It highlights the Maros Point, a distinctive arrowhead, and explores ancient burial practices, suggesting a belief system behind these customs.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason the artifact was found intact?

It was made of durable material.

The environmental conditions were excellent.

It was protected by a special coating.

It was buried deeply underground.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a stone tool mentioned in the video?

Spearhead

Stone hammer

Stone axe

Stone knife

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Maros Point?

A type of spearhead

A burial site

A unique arrowhead

A type of stone axe

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the body positioned during burial?

Lying flat

Sitting upright

Crouched and tilted

Standing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surrounded the body in the burial site?

Animal bones

Stones

Wooden planks

Metal objects

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the burial practice suggest about the people?

They were isolated.

They had a belief system.

They were nomadic.

They had advanced technology.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might people have buried their dead with specific practices?

To preserve the body for future generations

To follow a cultural tradition

To prevent animals from disturbing the grave

To express their belief in an afterlife