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Practice Questions
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What is stratigraphy in archaeology?
💡 Hint: Think about how layers in a cake can tell you about its ingredients.
Who was R.E.M. Wheeler?
💡 Hint: Remember the transition in excavation techniques?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary focus of Wheeler's archaeological methodology?
💡 Hint: Think about the layer perspective.
True or False: The partition of India had no impact on archaeological sites of the Harappan civilization.
💡 Hint: Consider how borders affect research areas.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider how the methodologies of Wheeler might change if he were digging in a modern city rather than an ancient site. Discuss the potential differences in findings.
💡 Hint: Reflect on contemporary archaeology versus historical sites.
Evaluate the role of political geography in shaping the field of archaeology, using the partition of India as a case study.
💡 Hint: Think about how borders create challenges in archaeological studies.
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