Different periods in human history are named for the materials used to make tools. Dr. Franklin is searching through layers of soil, looking for tools made by humans. After screening the top layer of soil, he uses a magnet to help speed up the search. Which type of location is Dr. Franklin most likely searching?
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a cave from before the Stone AgeC
a Bronze Age battle siteA magnet attracts iron, so it would help Dr. Franklin find tools made of iron. The Iron Age is named for the widespread use of iron to make tools, making an Iron Age farm the most likely location. Stone and bronze are not attracted to a magnet.
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