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paragraph 1,Archeological traces of prehistoric Indians' homes, workshops, and campsites dot the entire Canadian River region of the Texas Panhandle, but few sites are as dramatic as Alibates Flint Quarries. Actually an agatized, or silicified, dolomite, the flint is distinctive for its many bright colors. This flint comes from a 10-square-mile area around the monument, but most is concentrated on about 60 acres atop a mesa in the heart of the 1,000 acre monument. . . .

paragraph 2,Unweathered flint was obtained by digging a foot or more below the surface. The flint bearing dolomite layers are up to eight feet thick. Tools made from Alibates Flint have been found in many places across the Great Plains and Southwest. Its use dates from 13,000 years ago to about 1870.



(from "Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, Texas" by National Park Service)

Question
Based on the descriptions of Alibates Flint in the passage, which conclusion about the flint is ,begin emphasis,most,end emphasis, clearly true?

Answer options with 4 options
1.
It is desirable because it was discovered so long ago.

2.
It is noteworthy because of its appearance and widespread use.

3.
It is important because it provides information about ancient peoples.

4.
It is unusual because of how deep it was found and how it was shaped.

Answer 1

The conclusion that is, **most** clearly true about Alibates Flint based on the descriptions in the passage is:

**2. It is noteworthy because of its appearance and widespread use.**

This option highlights both the distinctive bright colors of the flint and its extensive use across various regions over a long period.