# Archeologist

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Objective: - Demonstrate the Scout’s interest and skill in prehistory, archeology, law relating to archeology and about preserving archeological sites
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1. Have a knowledge of ONE of the periods of human pre history ( e.g Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, Bronze Age, Iron Age etc.) and have a basic knowledge of the cultures of the people of the period selected 
2. Show an understanding of the importance of preservation of ancient monuments, the necessity of reporting finds, and the danger of digging without expert supervision. 
3. Have a general knowledge of the methods used by archaeologists for discovering and recognizing sites(e.g. field work, aerial photographs, etc.) and a knowledge of the process of scheduling ancient monuments and the law of Treasure Trove. AND TWO OF THE FOLLOWING 
4. Produce a log with sketches and/or photographs of at least one week”s work on a “dig” which he has assisted 
5.  
   1. Produce a log of a study of various periods of architecture including sketches made in the field, of different styles 
   2. Show that parts of temples or churches can be approximately dated by the architectural style 
6. Make a report of objects of two periods exhibited in a museum. N.B.: The report must be illustrated with sketches made in the museum and show knowledge of the importance and the use of the objects. 
7. Carry out an archaeological project selected by himself and approved by the examiner


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