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Students are tasked with writing personal names as a fundamental exercise in their practice. This hands-on activity is designed to hone the student's skills in crafting authentic-sounding names that reflect real-world demographics and cultural influences. As part of this assignment, students may refer to existing examples from archaeological digs, such as those found at the ancient Sumerian city of Nippur, recorded on a clay tablet (P388340). This historical artifact serves as a valuable resource for understanding the evolution of personal names over time. Alternatively, students can consult modern-day records, like the California Digital Library's online archive, which houses collections from institutions like the University of California, Berkeley. One such collection is the finding aid for a box titled "Personal Names" (ark:/13030/kt0t1nf169). This digital resource provides a wealth of information on the structure and usage of personal names in various cultures. Additionally, students may access online storage platforms, like UCLA's Box service, to explore real-world examples of personal names. For instance, one box titled "Personal Names" (s/fui2sbsrhzcqvzjtdsiosidq9zdguike) contains a collection of authentic names from diverse backgrounds.