Question

1. an artifact is

a. a theory of evolution
b. an object made by a human being that is of cultural or historic significance
c. a fossilized animal carcass
d. a written record of a past culture
e. a theory of genetic mutation

1. archaeological anthropology studies

a. only human genetics
b. only the written records of a culture
c. the material remains of past cultures
d. genetic mutations in modern cultures
e. fossilized animal remains

1. anthropology is the study of

a. the ancient greeks
b. languages
c. weapons
d. humankind
e. written records of history

1. which type of archaeology studies both the artifacts and written records of more recent cultures?

a. prehistoric
b. historical
c. linguistic
d. physical
e. cultural

1. when archaeologists excavate a site they

a. apply for permission from the land - owner
b. survey the topography

Explanation:

1. An artifact is an object made by a human being that is of cultural or historic significance. This is the standard definition of an artifact in anthropology.
2. Archaeological anthropology focuses on the material remains of past cultures to understand human - cultural development.
3. Anthropology is the study of humankind, encompassing various aspects of human biology, culture, and society.
4. Historical archaeology studies both the artifacts and written records of more recent cultures, differentiating it from prehistoric archaeology which has no written records.
5. When archaeologists excavate a site, they first apply for permission from the land owner as it is a legal and ethical requirement.

Answer:

1. B. an object made by a human being that is of cultural or historic significance
2. C. the material remains of past cultures
3. D. humankind
4. B. Historical
5. A. apply for permission from the land owner