Question 1

Of the following, which is NOT an element of research design?

Accepted Answer

Funding and budgeting may be important considerations for carrying out research, but it is not an element of research design. Research design includes the overall plan for conducting the research and includes elements such as the context, research questions, and methods for analyzing and reporting findings.

Question 2

Today, an important element of the Design and Formulation stage of archaeological research is to

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CRM (Cultural Resource Management) is an important aspect of archaeological research in the Design and Formulation stage, as it involves responding to the needs and concerns of different stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and landowners. It involves planning research that is sensitive to the cultural and natural heritage of the area, while also meeting the needs of these different groups.

Question 3

Which of the following is a part of the implementation of archaeological research?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 4

In an ideal world, no research project is complete until the final results are

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Publishing the final results is a critical step in the research process as it allows for peer-review and enables other researchers to build upon the findings. Distribution, creation, and emailing may be important steps in the dissemination of the research, but they are not the final step in the research process.

Question 5

Of the following, which is NOT a stage of archaeological fieldwork?

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Budgeting for research is not a stage of archaeological fieldwork, rather it is a part of the planning and preparation process beforehand. The other options (B, C, and D) are all stages of archaeological fieldwork.

Question 6

The Cerén Maya village in El Salvador came to light when a bulldozer operator exposed a long-buried house mantled under feet of volcanic ash and completely invisible from the surface. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

The description of the discovery of Cerén village suggests that it was accidental, as it was not part of a planned or intentional survey.

Question 7

During the construction of modern-day Mexico City's subway system, a wealth of archaeological material was unearthed, revealing remains of the ancient Aztec capital of Tenochtitlán. In addition to being just one instance of accidental discovery in the area, this is also an example of the archaeological concept of

Accepted Answer

The concept of superposition refers to the layering of archaeological sites, where newer layers are deposited over older ones. The discovery of Aztec remains beneath modern-day Mexico City illustrates this principle, as the ancient city lies beneath the contemporary one.

Question 8

What generic term is used to refer to methods such as Google Earth and other satellite imagery, aerial photography, magnetic prospecting methods, and magnetic prospecting methods help archaeologists find sites?

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The generic term used to refer to methods such as Google Earth and other satellite imagery, aerial photography, magnetic prospecting methods, and magnetic prospecting methods to help archaeologists find sites is remote sensing.

Question 9

Today, many archaeologists begin with cheap and readily accessible remote sensing-that is, with

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Question 10

Which is the best-known source of aircraft-borne sensor imagery, which senses the terrain on either side of an aircraft's path?

Accepted Answer

The best-known source of aircraft-borne sensor imagery that senses the terrain on either side of an aircraft's path is sideways-looking airborne radar (SLAR). SLAR uses radar to scan and create images of the ground, allowing for the detection of objects such as buildings and vehicles, as well as changes in terrain. Forward infrared looking radar (FLIR) is typically used for detecting heat signatures, while ground penetrating radar (GPR) is used for imaging structures beneath the ground. Infrared pulsing radar (IPR) is not a commonly known or used technology.

Question 11

In 1981, from space, an imaging radar system was used to bounce radar signals off the surfaces of the world's major deserts to study the history of the earth's aridity; the system also unexpectedly revealed

Accepted Answer

The imaging radar system revealed ancient watercourses in the major deserts.

Question 12

Which is the grandfather of remote sensing technologies, having been around since World War I?

Accepted Answer

Aerial photography has been used since World War I and is considered the grandfather of remote sensing technologies. Remote viewing and sensory archaeology are not directly related to remote sensing, and while remote sensing has evolved and expanded beyond aerial photography, it still remains a key tool in the field.

Question 13

Bcause this method can get up close and personal with archaeological sites, no remote sensing technology can completely replace

Accepted Answer

Ground survey involves physically walking and examining an archaeological site, which allows researchers to get up close and personal with the area in question. No remote sensing technology can completely replace this method. GPR, electrical resistance survey, and LIDAR are all forms of remote sensing technology.

Question 14

Which is the science of controlling and measuring the reliability of information through the theory of probability?

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Question 15

What technology has revolutionized the storage and display of cartographic data, including archaeological sites?

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GIS (Geographic Information System) technology has revolutionized the storage and display of cartographic data, including archaeological sites. It allows for the integration of multiple layers of data, including satellite imagery, topographical maps, and archaeological surveys, to create comprehensive and detailed maps. This technology has greatly improved the accuracy and efficiency of archaeological surveys and mapping.

Question 16

As the catastrophic damage done to the archaeological record has hit crisis proportions, what has become increasingly important?

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Question 17

An important part of site assessment is

Accepted Answer

Accurate mapping and precise recording of the site are crucial for site assessment, as they provide a clear picture of the area being studied, which is essential for making informed decisions about future research and preservation efforts. While computer-aided mapping methods may be helpful, they are not the most important aspect of site assessment. Flowcharts and the study of animal bones and other food remains may play a role in certain types of site assessment, but they are not essential for all site assessments.

Question 18

Which is a vital part of site assessment, for representative samples of artifacts from the modern ground surface can provide vital information on the age of the site and the various periods of occupation?

Accepted Answer

Controlled surface collection involves gathering representative samples of artifacts from the modern ground surface, which can provide important information about the age of the site and its periods of occupation. This method does not involve excavation or surface surveying, but rather focuses on collecting artifacts that have naturally surfaced over time.

Question 19

Resistivity surveys use electric current transmitted through what mechanism, that is then planted in the soil to detect subsurface structures like building foundations through their higher resistivity?

Accepted Answer

Resistivity surveys use electrodes that are planted in the soil to transmit electric current and detect subsurface structures.

Question 20

Nonintrusive detection methods include the use of

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Quiz 6: They Sought It Here, They Sought It There: the Process of Research and Finding Archaeological Sites