Question

2. Give three examples of archaeological sources.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Three examples are :

Building, monuments,coins

Answer 2

Archeological Sources include inscriptions, monuments, and coins.

The first example of an archeological source is Inscriptions.  

• Inscription is writing carved on a metal or stone,
• It helps us to find out the time period of that inscription.
• In the inscription, the history of that particular time period will be revealed.
• It helps us to get ideas about previous rulers and their lifestyles.
• It gives information about the major events that took place during that period.

The second example of an archeological source is Monuments

• Monuments give us information about the architectural styles during the period when the monument was built.
• It shows the various skills of the people during that period.
• Majority of the monuments depict the culture of that period.

The third example of an archeological source is Coins

• The coins are another vital resource to find out the reign of kings during that time period.
• Through the study of coins, called numismatics, we can understand the trade and commerce during the period.
• Archeological coins are typically found made in gold, silver, copper, etc.