Question

Archaeologists were researching on an excavation site. They found seeds of wheat, barley and rice. Bones of several animals, many bearing cut marks that show they may have been used as food, were also found. These animals include cattle, goat, sheep, dog, deer and mongoose, besides birds, turtle, crab and fish.

With the above evidence, guess the occupations of the people at that place.

• A. Potters
• B. Hunters
• C. Herders
• D. Farmers

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

The correct options are
B Hunters
C Herders
D Farmers

• The presence of seeds, barley and rice denotes the existence farmers during that particular period.
• The presence of domesticated animals such as cattle, goat and dog confirms the existence of herders.
• The presence of deer, mongoose, turtle and fish denotes the existence of hunters and fishermen during that period.