Question

but the ancient hebrews also ate another source of protein: insects. the food laws made most bugs off - limits. but the ancient hebrews could eat locusts. locusts eat crops. so why let them destroy the harvest? instead, people ate them. the locusts were grilled or fried. they made a sweet and crunchy snack.
olive oil was also found. it was used for cooking. olive trees were important for non - food products also. the oil was needed for lighting. it was used in cosmetics and medicines too.
carbo load
the ancient hebrews ate plenty of carbs. many bread ovens and trays were found. what other carbs did archaeologists dig up? the remains of figs, dates, wheat, and barley.
sweet teeth
the ancient hebrews didnt skip dessert. they chomped on dried, sugary fruit. figs, dates, apricots, and grapes were favorites. they also packed these dried fruits on long journeys. the snacks gave travelers an extra energy boost. it was like ancient trail mix!
the trash shows that ancient hebrews ate a lot of the same foods we eat today. that includes locusts. theyre still a favorite
question 4
which of these is a fact?
a. dried, sugary fruit is a delicious snack that everyone should eat.
b. olive trees were the most useful plants in ancient times.
c. olive oil was used by ancient hebrews in cosmetics and medicine.
d. dried, sugary fruit should be taken on all long journeys.

Explanation:

To determine a fact, we look for statements that can be verified with evidence (not opinions or subjective claims).

• Option A: "everyone should eat" is a subjective opinion about what people should do, not a fact.
• Option B: "most useful" is a subjective judgment (usefulness is relative), not a verifiable fact.
• Option C: The passage states "Olive oil was also found... It was used in cosmetics and medicines too" and refers to ancient Hebrews' use of olive oil, so this can be verified.
• Option D: "should be taken" is a recommendation (opinion), not a fact.

Answer:

C. Olive oil was used by ancient Hebrews in cosmetics and medicine.