Question 1

Which of the following are not among the ethical principles of archaeology?

Accepted Answer

Public funding is not an ethical principle of archaeology; rather, ethical principles include stewardship (the care and preservation of archaeological resources), public education (sharing knowledge with the public), and accountability (being responsible for one's actions and the impact of archaeology on communities and cultural resources).

Question 2

What are the indigenous peoples of Australia called?

Accepted Answer

The indigenous peoples of Australia are called Aborigines. They have lived on the continent for over 50,000 years and have a rich cultural heritage and history.

Question 3

Describe the various ways that contemporary human activity can negatively affect archaeological sites.

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Question 4

Why is it important for archaeologists to take into account the viewpoints of indigenous people connected to an archaeological site?

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Question 5

Think about three or four historical sites that you know or have visited and determine what criteria would be used to include them in the National Register.

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Question 6

Why is educating the public about archaeological discoveries so important to the field?

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Question 7

Describe the ethical responsibilities of professional archaeologists.

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Quiz 13: Cultural Resource Management