Question : Can you provide an example of how archaeological findings have been utilized by historians?

Option 1: The use of radiocarbon dating to determine the age of artifacts

Option 2: The interpretation of the Rosetta Stone to understand Egyptian hieroglyphs

Option 3: The study of ancient coins to trace economic history

Option 4: The study of ancient coins to trace economic history

Question : Which excavation led to the recognition of the Harappan civilization as a distinct ancient civilization?

Option 1: Excavation at Knossos

Option 2: Excavation at Mohenjo-Daro

Option 3: Excavation at Mycenae

Option 4: Excavation at Troy

Question : Why is the interpretation of archaeological data important?

Option 1: It helps in dating the artifacts accurately

Option 2: It aids in the restoration of ancient buildings

Option 3: It provides insights into the culture and lifestyle of ancient civilizations

Option 4: It is necessary for the classification of artifacts

Question : What is a challenge faced in the interpretation of archaeological data?

Option 1: Lack of technological tools for excavation

Option 2: Difficulty in translating ancient languages

Option 3: Bias in the selection of sites for excavation

Option 4: Limited contextual information for artifacts

Question : What can be inferred from the analysis of a major Harappan site in an archaeological report?

Option 1: The architectural styles of the medieval period

Option 2: The trade routes of the ancient Greek civilization

Option 3: The urban planning and social structure of the Harappan civilization

Option 4: The religious beliefs of the ancient Egyptians