Are you an aspiring Indiana Jones? The science of archaeology sure is a lot of fun — if you aren’t afraid of dirt, that is.
If you think you have what it takes to uncover ancient civilizations and bring their mysteries to life, then this quiz is just for you. Happy exploring!
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The study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of remains is called:
Archaeology is the science that studies past cultures and the way people lived based on the things they left behind. Anthropology studies the development of human societies and cultures, and paleontology is the science that studies fossil animals and plants.
An artifact is:
An artifact is an object made by a human being. It’s what archaeologists dig out during their research and analyze to learn more about our human civilization.
Excavation is the process of:
Excavation is the process of digging out, processing and recording of archaeological remains. Archaeologists cannot excavate whenever and wherever they choose — they have to ask for permission from the state to dig.
An archaeological site is:
An archaeological site is a place that contains preserved evidence of past human activity. There are two kinds of archaeological sites — prehistoric and historic.
Which of the following is an archaeological tool:
Archaeologists use a variety of tools while digging to artifacts — handpicks, whisk brooms, even bulldozers to help them remove large amounts of dirt. They also use notebooks to keep thorough record of their findings.
Who is considered the father of archaeological excavation?
William Cunnington is considered the father of archaeological excavation. He came up with terms and definitions that are still used by archaeologists today.
Where were the earliest known human remains were found?
In 1967, archaeologists found the earliest known human remains around the ancient rock formation of Kibish, Ethiopia. A study of the fossil site indicated that Homo sapiens roamed Africa as early as 195,000 years ago!
Which one is considered the oldest preserved monument ever found?
Göbekli Tepe is considered the oldest preserved monument ever found. It is located in eastern Turkey and is estimated to have been built in 9500 BCE.
Indiana Jones was a real person. True or false?
False. Although some believe that Indy was inspired by some real-life archaeologists, the character from the famous trilogy is fictional.
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