Question

Match the following terminologies with the studies they are related to:
1) Epigraphy; 2) Linguistics; 3) Numismatics; 4) Genealogy

A) Study of language; B) Study of family origins and history; C) Study of writings on rocks, walls and temples; D) Study of coins; E) Study of human artifacts

• A. 1-E; 2-A; 3-D; 4-C
• B. 1-C; 2-E; 3-A; 4-B
• C. 1-C; 2-E; 3-D; 4-B
• D. 1-C; 2-A; 3-D; 4-B

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1-C; 2-A; 3-D; 4-B

"In order to have a better understanding and accurate detailing, a historian seeks the help of experts in multiple branches of archaeology. Epigraphy refers to the study of the written matter recorded on hard or durable materials like rocks, pillars, temple walls, and bricks. Linguistics refers to the scientific study of language, whereas Numismatics refers to the systematic accumulation and study of coins. Genealogy refers to the study of family origins and history and helps to predict the family trees."