The Oldest Shipwreck Found Underwater in Turkey
Earth 2.0From: Phys.org · rewritten for kids by Osmo
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A team of archaeologists discovered the world’s oldest shipwreck off Turkey's coast, dating back around 4,500 years. Though the wooden ship itself has mostly vanished due to water damage, many pottery vessels called amphorae were preserved underwater. These pots, which once held goods from the eastern Mediterranean, help researchers learn about early trade routes during the Early Bronze Age. The shipwreck gives important clues about how ancient people exchanged goods along the Mediterranean coast.
Big word
amphorae: Special old pots used long ago to carry food and liquids on ships.
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1. What did scientists find that helped them learn about the ancient ship?AOld wood from the shipBPottery vessels from the ship's cargoCSails from the ship
2. Where was the oldest shipwreck found?ANear GreeceBOff Turkey's coastCNear Egypt
3. About how old is the shipwreck?AAround 4,500 years oldBAround 2,000 years oldCAround 1,000 years old
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Draw a picture of what you think the old ship looked like with its pots on board.
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