The Archaeology of the Middle East from the Time of the Bible

question 16

Multiple Choice

The archaeology of the Middle East from the time of the Bible is called ________.

• A) Egyptology
• B) pre-Columbian archaeology
• C) prehistoric archaeology
• D) biblical archaeology

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and underestimate situational influences when explaining someone else's behavior.

Irrational Escalation

The phenomenon where individuals continue or intensify an action or investment beyond a rational point, often due to emotional commitment or previous investments.

Commitment

The state of being dedicated to a course of action or to each other in the context of agreements or relationships.

Projection

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual attributes their own unacceptable feelings, thoughts, or motives onto another person.