Underwater Archaeology and Treasure Hunting

Kevin Dykstra and his team, including underwater archaeologist Dr. Mark Holly, are searching Lake Michigan for a 19th-century boxcar and lost Confederate gold. They have identified a debris field using metal detectors, suggesting the presence of precious metals. Despite challenges like limited visibility and restrictions on digging, the team is determined to gather more evidence to secure permits for further exploration. Their findings could lead to a significant discovery of missing Confederate gold.

What is the primary objective of Kevin Dykstra and his team near Frankfurt, Michigan?

• To study underwater geology

• To explore marine life

• To locate a 19th-century boxcar and lost Confederate gold

• To find a sunken ship

What tool did the team use to identify the debris field?

• Specialized metal detectors

• Sonar equipment

• Diving suits

• Underwater cameras

What unusual structure did the team find underwater?

• A treasure chest

• A coral reef

• A shipwreck

• A 19th-century boxcar

Why is the team unable to dig on the lake bottom?

• Lack of equipment

• Legal restrictions

• Dangerous conditions

• Poor visibility

What method does Dr. Mark Hawley use to investigate the lake bottom?

• Diving with a camera

• Taking water samples

• Using a metal detector

• Fanning the sand away

What type of metal hits did the team receive from the metal detector?

• No hits

• Both ferrous and non-ferrous

• Non-ferrous

• Ferrous

What is the team hoping to obtain to legally dig on the lake bottom?

• Permits

• A larger boat

• Diving suits

• A new metal detector

What evidence does the team need to apply for excavation permits?

• Historical documents

• Pictures or video

• Witness testimonies

• Metal samples

What is the potential value of the gold the team is searching for?

• 10 million dollars

• 200 million dollars

• 100 million dollars

• 50 million dollars

What is the ultimate goal of Kevin Dykstra and his team?

• To become famous

• To make a life-changing discovery

• To start a museum

• To write a book