Information and IdeasHardEvidence for a claim about a well's date
Information and Ideas practice question
An archaeologist argues that a village well was dug in the Roman period, not in the medieval period as the village believes.
Which finding, if true, would most directly support the claim?
- A. The well's lining is of Roman brick set in Roman mortar, and pottery of the second century was found undisturbed in its lowest layer of silt.Correct
- B. The well is still in use.
- C. Roman roads run near the village.
- D. Medieval villages usually had wells.
Answer: A. The well's lining is of Roman brick set in Roman mortar, and pottery of the second century was found undisturbed in its lowest layer of silt.
Roman materials and dated pottery at the bottom.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. The well is still in use.
- Use does not date it.
- C. Roman roads run near the village.
- Nearby roads do not date the well.
- D. Medieval villages usually had wells.
- Supports the village's belief, if anything.
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