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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what configuration were the white lines outside the tomb?

2. What kind of kit was found and is now offered as a souvenir?

3. Which of the following is not mentioned as a language used in a dedicated ceremony?

4. Which of the following is not referred to as a musical instrument?

5. The item is also available in what standard of gold?

Short Essay Questions

1. One of the items discovered in Tomb #26 was a Bell System. What was the item's purpose? How was it used?

2. What items were found lining the passageway between the tombs?

3. What is the Great Altar? What is atop the Altar? What is the upper object's primary function?

4. What is the description used for the paperweight in the Souvenirs and Quality Reproductions section?

5. What is the description given to the Sacred Seal? Where was it placed?

6. Describe the pendant found in the Inner Chamber. What is it made out of and what is the inscription?

7. How did the scientists come to the conclusion that communication would be possible even after a person's death?

8. What item was recreated to resemble the mosaic ceiling tiles? What kind of container comes with the item?

9. What is the real life description of the wall fragment found in the communal Sacred Urn room near the Great Sanctuary. Explain the real purpose of the so-called laborers' marks.

10. Explain how the scientists viewed the mosaic tile. How was it decorated? Where was it typically found?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Along with spending many years working on the excavation site, Carson never gave up his fascination with camels. One could say that the dromedary research was Carson's life's work. Write an essay about what could become your life's work. In what professional area would you want to spend the rest of your life? Explain. What would it take for you to get to that place? What would be the pros and cons of the profession?

Essay Topic 2

Carson was mesmerized with wonder and fear when he first discovered Tomb #26. Which emotion was the strongest? How do you think Carson decided to forge ahead and open the door of the tomb? What did Carson expect to find behind the door? How would you feel in Carson's position? Would you open the door? What might you expect to find behind a locked door in an underground shaft?

Essay Topic 3

The Triumphal Arch was considered to be one of the most significant finds regarding the ancient culture of Usa. Discuss the Triumphal Arch and its use as a gateway. Do you think the explanation of the arch's placement in relation to the west coast falling into the ocean makes any sense? Do think there was a specific placement of the arch? Explain. Other pieces of architecture are represented in the book as being important discoveries. Why are monuments so interesting to archeologists and historians? How do you think they arrived at the explanations listed in the book? Do you think any other explanations might have been considered? Explain.

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