Evaluating Urban Agricultural Practices Through Archaeobotanical Evidence

This exam examines urban agricultural practices as evidenced by plant remains in archaeological contexts. Students will articulate methodologies for analyzing urbanite food systems and their implications for social structures.

The study of urban agriculture through paleoethnobotany reveals insights into food production, resource allocation, and community welfare in ancient urban settlements. This reinforces discussions about sustainability and urban development in historical frameworks.

Verbal assessments will focus on the ability to connect urban plant analyses to broader societal frameworks. Students must effectively communicate how their findings reflect urban agricultural practices and environmental interactions.

Discussions may include the social dynamics involved in urban food production and the potential influences of trade and exchange on agricultural outputs.