What can objects left behind teach us about the people who lived here long ago? Utah State Core Curriculum Topic: Social Studies Standard 2 Students will understand how Utah's history has been shaped by many diverse people, events, and ideas. Objective 1: Describe the historical and current impact of various cultural groups on Utah E: Explain the importance of preserving cultural prehistory and history, including archaeological sites and other historic sites and artifacts. Background This program introduces students to the field of archaeology and its role in preserving our human past. Student