Skeletons uncovered during development works in Dublin

Skeletons uncovered during development works in Dublin

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The video tutorial discusses the excavation of a medieval site in Dublin, focusing on the discovery of early burials and artifacts. It explains the process of excavation, the analysis of human remains through osteobiography, and the historical significance of the site. The project aims to bring a heritage building back into public use, highlighting the complexity and excitement of archaeological finds.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the early burials found during the excavation?

They were found with modern artifacts.

They contain the remains of famous medieval knights.

They are the first burials found in Dublin.

They indicate a monastic foundation predating the Savignac and Cistercian Abbey.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What types of artifacts were discovered during the excavation?

Ancient Roman coins

Medieval pottery and clay tiles

Viking weapons

Renaissance paintings

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the process of osteobiography involve?

Creating a fictional story about the remains

Analyzing bones to understand the individual's life

Reconstructing the Abbey's architecture

Studying the soil composition

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the challenges mentioned about the project?

Shortage of skilled workers

Lack of funding

Unexpected complexity and archaeological finds

Inability to access the site

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of the project as described in the video?

To create a private collection of medieval items

To bring a heritage building back into public use

To sell the artifacts to museums

To convert the site into a modern building