Archaeological Insights on Stonehenge

Archaeological Insights on Stonehenge

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

FREE Resource

The video explores the history and purpose of Stonehenge, focusing on the discovery of Aubry Holes and the excavation work by William Hawley. Christy Willis's research on bone fragments found at the site is highlighted, revealing insights into the individuals buried there. The dating of these remains suggests a connection to the original construction of Stonehenge, indicating its use as a cremation cemetery rather than individual grave markers.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original purpose of Stonehenge when it was first constructed?

A huge ring of Welsh blue stones

A marketplace

A burial site

A place for religious ceremonies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who discovered the Aubry holes in the 17th century?

William Hawley

Christy Willis

Stone Age renovators

John Aubry

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was William Hawley's approach to archaeology in the 1920s?

He left the site untouched

He preserved the site with historical accuracy

He used modern techniques to rebuild Stonehenge

He documented the site meticulously

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did William Hawley's actions affect future archaeologists?

He preserved the site for future study

He mixed all the bones, complicating future research

He provided detailed records for future reference

He discovered new artifacts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many individuals was Christy Willis able to identify from the bone fragments?

21

5

26

60

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What age range did the identified individuals from the bone fragments belong to?

Only adults

Only children

Only teenagers

Both adults and children

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From what time period do the cremated remains at Stonehenge date?

2000 BC to 1500 BC

3000 BC to 2500 BC

4000 BC to 3500 BC

5000 BC to 4500 BC

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