Question

1. which quotation from the article best supports the idea that the contents of the time capsule held public interest?

when workers found the time capsule containing the plaque and other items, they realized that the contents were of historic importance. (paragraph 5)
the preservationists made a list of what was found in the time capsule. (paragraph 6)
the time capsule items were kept on display for a short while at the museum of fine arts in boston. (paragraph 9)
how long will the time capsule remain behind the cornerstone? (paragraph 10)

Explanation:

To determine which quotation supports the idea that the time capsule's contents held public interest, we analyze each option:

• The first option talks about historic importance, not public interest.
• The second option is about preservationists making a list, not public interest.
• The third option: Displaying items at a museum (Museum of Fine Arts in Boston) implies the public could view them, showing public interest.
• The fourth option is a question about the time capsule's placement, not about public interest.

Answer:

The time capsule items were kept on display for a short while at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, (paragraph 9)