Features of history and
archaeology
archaeology
Define History
History is the study of past people, events, and societies.
Outline role of a historian
A historian is a professional who researches, analyzes, interprets, and writes about the past to provide context for the present.
BC
Before Christ. the old way to say Before common area
Why do we study history?
We study history to understand how the past shapes our present, providing context for current events, cultural identities, and human behavior
Outline the role of an archaeologist
An archaeologist investigates human history and prehistory by studying material remains, such as artifacts, architecture, and landscapes
BCE
Before common era. The new way to say BC
Define Archaeology
Archaeology is the study of the past through material remains.
AD
Anno Domini after christ birth
Define stratigraphy
The deeper the layer, the older the material.
Helps archaeologists build a timeline of a site.
CE
common era
What is Experimental archaeology?
Experimental archaeology is a branch of archaeology that involves learning how people lived in the past by recreating their tools, buildings, and daily activities