Discovering the Past
What is the job of an archaeologist ?
To study objects and places from the past to learn about how people lived.
The pyramids were built by which ancient civilization?
The Egyptians.
What tool do archaeologists use to gently remove dirt from artifacts?
A brush.
What kind of metal is often found in ancient jewelry and coins?
Gold.
What famous wall was built in China to keep out invaders?
The Great Wall of China
What do archaeologists call the place where they dig?
A dig site.
Which ancient city was buried by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius? ( starts with a P )
Pompeii.
What tool helps archaeologists dig through soil?
A trowel or small shovel.
King Tut’s tomb was found in which country?
Egypt.
The ancient city of Machu Picchu is found in which country?
Peru
What is the term for carefully removing dirt to find artifacts?
Excavation.
Which ancient civilization built temples called ziggurats? ( Starts with a M and ends with a mia )
Mesopotamia.
What’s the name of the tool used to sift dirt and find small objects?
A sifter or screen.
What ancient stone helped scientists read Egyptian hieroglyphs?( its a stone ! )
The Rosetta Stone.
What type of building was the Colosseum in Rome?
An arena for public games and shows/amphitheater
What do archaeologists use to record exactly where something was found?
A grid or site map.
Which civilization is known for building the Parthenon ?
The Mayans
What do archaeologists wear to protect their hands while digging?
Gloves
What lost ship filled with treasure was discovered off the coast of Spain?
The San José (or a Spanish galleon).
Stonehenge is located in which country?
England.
What is the name for something made or used by humans long ago?
An artifact.
Which civilization is known for building stone pyramids in Central America?
The Greeks.
What modern technology helps archaeologists find things underground without digging?
Ground-penetrating radar.
What term describes a place where many valuable artifacts are buried together?
A hoard.
The ruins of the city of Troy are found in which modern country?
Turkey.