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Difficulty: MediumPrehistoric and Ancient Heritage Sites

The United Kingdom is home to several world-famous prehistoric sites that provide evidence of early human settlement. Which of the following ancient heritage sites is a well-preserved Stone Age village located on the Orkney Islands in Scotland?

  1. Skara BraeAnswer
  2. B
    Avebury
  3. C
    Sutton Hoo
  4. D
    Maiden Castle

Answer

The correct answer is Skara Brae, which is an exceptionally well-preserved Stone Age village located in Scotland.
The correct answer is Skara Brae because the official 'Life in the United Kingdom' handbook identifies it as a prehistoric village on the Orkney Islands, Scotland, dating back to the Stone Age.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the site description provided in the question: a Stone Age village located on the Orkney Islands, Scotland.
The target site must be Neolithic (Stone Age) and a residential settlement (village).
This helps filter out sites that are monuments (like stone circles) or from later periods.
2
Evaluate the geographical location of the available options based on the official handbook.
Skara Brae is the only site listed that is located in Scotland.
The other sites (Avebury, Sutton Hoo, and Maiden Castle) are all located in different regions of England.
3
Verify the type and period of the remaining candidate.
Skara Brae is confirmed as a Stone Age village.
This matches all criteria specified in the question.

Key Concept

Identifying major prehistoric and ancient heritage sites in the UK
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Prehistoric and Ancient Heritage Sites

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