Uncovering Neolithic Life Through Archaeology at Çatalhöyük

Uncovering Neolithic Life Through Archaeology at Çatalhöyük

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Science, History, Biology

11th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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Catherine Twiss, an archaeologist, discusses the significance of archaeology in understanding past human experiences. She specializes in the Neolithic period of Southwest Asia, focusing on Çatalhöyük, Turkey. The video covers key features of this era, such as population growth and reliance on domesticates. Twiss explains her work in analyzing animal bones to understand past human activities. The process involves identifying bones and comparing them to modern specimens. The video concludes with the excitement of discovering ancient artifacts and connecting with past human lives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the most powerful aspects of archaeology according to Catherine Twiss?

It helps us predict the future.

It provides insight into past human experiences.

It focuses on modern technology.

It is primarily about discovering new species.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does Catherine Twiss currently conduct her archaeological work?

Stony Brook University

Çatalhöyük, Turkey

Long Island

Southwest Asia

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key feature of the Neolithic period in Southwest Asia?

Invention of the wheel

Reliance on domesticated plants and animals

Development of written language

Decline in population

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of structures were built at Çatalhöyük during the Neolithic period?

Single-story huts

Two-story houses with plastered walls

Stone castles

Wooden cabins

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Catherine Twiss's role in the archaeological process at Çatalhöyük?

She manages the site logistics.

She conducts interviews with local residents.

She analyzes animal bones in the lab.

She leads the excavation team.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the bone analysis process?

Identifying the species of the animal

Determining the age of the bone

Figuring out which bone or tooth it is

Measuring the bone's length

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do archaeologists determine the species of an animal from a bone fragment?

By using DNA analysis

By comparing the bone to modern specimens

By measuring the bone's weight

By examining the color of the bone

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