10 Questions
Which method do archaeologists use to locate sunken objects in the ocean?
Using new machines
Why do archaeologists photograph and tag each artifact before bringing it out of the water?
To document its location
What do divers use to mark off the site of a sunken ship?
Cable
What do archaeologists study to learn about the ships used by explorers who came to the Americas?
Old ship records
Why do archaeologists handle artifacts carefully?
Because they are hundreds of years old
Which century did the European age of exploration begin?
15th century
What did explorers use to find their position at sea?
Astrolabes
What is an astrolabe?
A circular piece of metal with marks around its edges
How did sailors measure the latitude of the ship using an astrolabe?
By measuring the angle of the sun above the horizon
What did astrolabes enable explorers to do?
Sail accurately by day or night
Discover the Secrets of Underwater Archaeology and Shipwreck Exploration in this Quiz! Test your knowledge on how scientists locate sunken ships, decipher old ship records, and use advanced technologies like sonar to uncover hidden treasures beneath the ocean's depths.
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