AROL 101 Final, Spring 1999
American University of Beirut · Introduction to Archaeology · 2 pages
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ARGHAROLOEY JO:
Introduction to Archacology |
Ne Final Examination
4 June 1999
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Identifications :
Time: SO mines
- artifacts, sites and activities are presented to you on the attached
page of illustrations.
@ Can you name the oldest and the youngest?
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Briefly identify the illustrations one by one and in the order indicated:
|. What is it ?
2. Where does it come from ?
3. What does it mean or symbolize ?
4. Any interpretative comments?
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Essay question
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"The archaeological heritage constitutes the basic record of past human activities.
its protection and proper management is therefore essential to enable archaeologists,
{scholars, artists and other people] to study and interpret it
on behalf of and for the benefit of present and future generations."
(Excerpt from the L989 Charter for the Protection and Management?
of the circhacological Teritage. VINIESCO ICOMOS:
What cultural heritage sites and museums are you aware of in
Lebanon?
Cite specific examples of each category you know or are aware of.
* How do they compare to those you have visited outside Lebanon?
Baalbek is a ‘multiperiod' and 'multicultural' heritage site. What
evidence for mixed cultural presence there can you describe?
¢ How does the ancient site affect the present town?
It has been said that "We don't need to save American archaeology;
if we just put it out there where people can see it, it will save itself !
* How is Lebanon—trom official heritage managers of the Directorate
general of Antiquities to ordinary citizens---treating its cultural heritage?
* Do you agree with the above statement and --if so—are you prepared to
help in the effort?
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