18 Questions
What does CE stand for in the context of dating?
Common Era
What does BP stand for in archaeology?
Before Present
What is the primary difference between manuscripts and inscriptions?
One is a written document and the other is a written text on a surface
What does AD stand for in the context of dating?
Anno Domini
What is the term used to describe the period before the Common Era?
BCE
Why do we use CE and BCE instead of AD and BC?
Because they are more neutral
What is the primary purpose of archaeologists searching for animal bones at excavation sites?
To determine the diet of ancient humans
What is the significance of charred seeds of grain and pieces of wood in archaeological findings?
They are well-preserved due to charring
What is the term historians use to refer to the information found from manuscripts, inscriptions, and archaeology?
Source
What is the significance of the title 'Our Pasts' in the context of history?
It suggests that the past was different for different groups of people
What is the purpose of inscriptions written in multiple scripts and languages, such as Greek and Aramaic?
To demonstrate linguistic diversity in ancient societies
What can be inferred about the age of the silver coin shown?
It is approximately 2500 years old
What is the primary purpose of inscriptions on hard surfaces like stone or metal?
To communicate royal orders to the public
What type of materials are most likely to survive for a long time?
Stone, bone, baked clay, and metal
What is the term for the process of digging under the surface of the earth to find archaeological objects?
Excavation
What is the language in which many epics, poems, and plays were written in ancient India?
Sanskrit
What is the term for the study of the remains of buildings, paintings, and sculptures?
Archaeology
What is the term for the writing system used to convey meaning in ancient India?
Script
This quiz explores the history of writing and language, including scripts and languages used in ancient civilizations. It covers the use of Greek and Aramaic scripts, and the discovery of ancient artifacts such as pots and coins.
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