Factual Questions
Who discovered the ancient sword?
An Israeli diver
Why did the Christians fight against the Muslims during the Crusades?
To slow down the spread of Islam
An object from earlier times
What is a synonym for "artifact"?
Antique, heirloom
The diver was in what sea?
Mediterranean Sea
What kind of experts do you think examined the sword?
Historians, archeologists
What does "trove" mean?
A group of items
What is a synonym for "trove"?
Group, collection
Who fought in the religious wars known as "The Crusades"?
Muslims and Christians
Why did the diver bring the sword ashore?
He was worried it would get reburied in the sand.
What does "shelter" mean?
Protection or refuge provided by something
What is a synonym for "shelter"?
Safety, refuge
How old is the sword estimated to be?
900 years old
How does the "Israel Antiquities Authority" protect ancient artifacts?
It makes sure people who find artifacts do not resell them.
What does "estimate" mean?
To form an approximate judgment or opinion
What is a synonym for "estimate"?
Guess, approximate
What was the diver given as a reward for finding the sword?
A certificate of appreciation for good citizenship
Why can locating ancient artifacts in the sea be difficult?
They can be hard to find because of the constantly shifting sands.
What does "deliver" mean?
To give to another
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