Archaeology for Kids: Digging Up the Past

The video explores archaeology, the study of past cultures through artifacts. It covers the tools and techniques used in excavation, highlights famous discoveries like Machu Picchu and King Tut's tomb, and discusses the skills and education needed to become an archaeologist.

What is the origin of the word 'archaeology'?

• Digging

• Ancient

• Mummy

• Discovery

Which of the following is considered an artifact?

• A document

• All of the above

• A piece of clothing

• A building

What is the term for the process of digging up artifacts?

• Discovery

• Excavation

• Sublimation

• None of the above

Which tool is NOT typically used by archaeologists during excavation?

• Toothbrush

• Hand shovel

• Wheelbarrow

• Hammer

Where is Machu Picchu located?

• Peru

• Brazil

• Bolivia

• Ecuador

In what year was King Tutankhamun's tomb discovered?

• 1900

• 1922

• 2000

• 2019

How many main rooms were found in King Tut's tomb?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

Which school subject is NOT essential for an archaeologist?

• Art

• Math

• History

• Science

Which personal trait is crucial for an archaeologist?

• All of the above

• Enjoying office work

• Preferring to work alone

• Patience

Where might an archaeologist work?

• A museum

• A historic site

• All of the above

• A college or university