1. Name three of the many tools that archaeologists use and explain why each is
important. (PowerPoint on Tools; PowerPoint on Digging at a Site; Film Notes; & MAD,
74 & 75: Use Blue books or the "Examining Archaeology" section of the online book.)
2. What are three of the many ways archaeologists prepare for an
expedition? (Link: Following directions closely for how to find the useful info on
"Preparing for Fieldwork.")
3. How do archaeologists work at an excavation site? What do they do as
they dig? (PowerPoint on Digging at a Site; Film Notes; & MAD, 64 & 65 (Use Blue
books or the "Examining Sources" section of the online book).
4. What are some ways archaeologists date information?
(MAD, 66 and 67 (Use Blue books or the "Examining Sources" section of the online
book.)
5. Why is it important for archaeologists to interpret the information they find?
(Links; Your minds: Your viewing of the films; And the "Understanding History" and
"Examining Sources" sections of the online book.)
6. Who are some other experts with whom archeologists work? Why are these
experts important?
(Reading Notes: Ancient trash; Film Notes)
7. List one recent (within last year) archaeological find/discovery and what
archaeologists have been able to learn about the corresponding site or civilization.
(Links)
8. How/Why might archaeological discoveries lead to more questions?
(Your minds and what you’ve seen in the films)
9. What are some ethical principles archaeologists should follow?
(Links)
10. What is one current debate in archaeology, and how would your team deal with
it?
(Links)
11. How do archaeologists use the latest technology in their work?
(Links; Film notes)
12. How do archaeologists use the Scientific Method?
(PowerPoint on The Scientific Method)