Question 1

…………….is the archaeological study of living people.

Accepted Answer

Ethnoarchaeology is the study of contemporary peoples to understand the behavioral relationships which underlie the production of material culture, providing insights into the interpretation of archaeological remains.

Question 2

………..is a field of study that aims to systematize archaeological measurement.

Accepted Answer

Archaeometry is the field of study that focuses on the systematic measurement and analysis of archaeological materials, using techniques from physics, chemistry, and other scientific disciplines to date, analyze, and interpret artifacts and sites.

Question 3

National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) was passed in …………

Accepted Answer

The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) was passed in 1966 to support the preservation of historical and archaeological sites in the United States.

Question 4

Who was called 'father of archaeology'?

Accepted Answer

Ciriaco de' Pizzicolli, also known as Cyriacus of Ancona, is often referred to as the 'father of archaeology' due to his pioneering work in documenting ancient ruins and inscriptions during the Renaissance.

Question 5

Theory of evolution was developed by …………

Accepted Answer

Charles Darwin is credited with developing the theory of evolution through natural selection, which he published in his 1859 book "On the Origin of Species."

Question 6

In 1859, …………..'s On the Origin of Species was published.

Accepted Answer

Charles Darwin is the author of "On the Origin of Species," which was published in 1859 and laid the foundation for the theory of evolution through natural selection.

Question 7

……………….is the study of human culture in historic as well as prehistoric times, by examining the material remains of early human settlements.

Accepted Answer

Archaeology is the study that focuses on understanding human culture through the examination of material remains from past human societies, including artifacts, structures, and other physical evidence.

Question 8

………….is the study of inscriptions.

Accepted Answer

Epigraphy is the study of inscriptions, especially those engraved on stone or other durable materials.

Question 9

……………… is the study or collection of coins.

Accepted Answer

Numismatics is the study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and related objects.

Question 10

The first book on coins was 'De Asse et Partibus' (1514) by ………

Accepted Answer

Guillaume Budé was a French scholar and humanist who wrote "De Asse et Partibus" in 1514, which is considered the first book on coins.

Question 11

The Royal Numismatic Society was founded in ……………

Accepted Answer

The Royal Numismatic Society was founded in 1836.

Question 12

The American Numismatic Society was founded in ……………

Accepted Answer

The American Numismatic Society was founded in 1858.

Question 13

In 1931 the ………… Academy launched the Sylloge Nummorum Graecorum publishing collections of Ancient Greek coinage.

Accepted Answer

The British Academy launched the Sylloge Nummorum Graecorum in 1931, a project aimed at publishing collections of Ancient Greek coinage.

Question 14

A person who works in archives is called an ………………

Accepted Answer

An archivist is someone who works in archives, managing and preserving collections of historical records and documents.

Question 15

………….are the bedrock of historical knowledge, infact the basic raw materials for the reconstruction of history.

Accepted Answer

Primary sources are considered the foundational elements for historical research and reconstruction, as they provide direct or firsthand evidence about an event, person, or period.

Question 16

The first hand accounts of experimentation and investigation, original works, reports etc. could be treated as ……………….

Accepted Answer

Primary sources are original materials that have not been altered or distorted in any way. These include firsthand accounts of experimentation, investigation, original works, and reports, making them direct evidence of a topic under study.

Question 17

……………are neither the sources of information transmitted by one who was neither a participant nor an eyewitness of the original event.

Accepted Answer

Secondary sources are documents or recordings that relate or discuss information originally presented elsewhere. They are created by someone who did not experience first-hand or participate in the events or conditions being researched.

Question 18

………………is the broad conclusion of a work which will naturally indicate the essence of the study.

Accepted Answer

Generalization is the broad conclusion of a work, summarizing its essence and findings in a way that applies beyond the specific cases studied.

Question 19

……….is also known as 'framing a formula' or deducing a general law.

Accepted Answer

Generalization refers to the process of formulating a general concept or principle by abstracting common characteristics from specific examples. This process is often described as 'framing a formula' or deducing a general law, as it involves deriving broader insights or rules from particular instances.

Question 20

…........is the study of history in a geographically local context and it often concentrates on the local community.

Accepted Answer

Local history is the study of history in a geographically local context, focusing on the specificities and nuances of local communities.

Quiz 4: Archaeology, Numismatics, and Historical Method