Reasoning and Logic in The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone
Question 1 • DAEP-English 7 A(20 Day Term)
Based on the details from the book, what is the best conclusion about how James Cross Giblin views the quest to unlock the riddle of the Rosetta Stone?
Answer
A
He views Champollion’s work as important but does not think earlier scholars’ work was important.
B
He views the work of all the scholars as important steps that led to Champollion’s discovery.
C
He views the work of all the scholars who tried to translate the Rosetta Stone as unimportant.
D
He views de Sacy’s work as logical but does not view Champollion’s work as logical.
Explanation
The best conclusion is that Giblin presents the effort to understand the Rosetta Stone as a series of contributions. Earlier scholars’ attempts and findings helped build the knowledge Champollion used to make his breakthrough. So he values all the scholars’ work as important steps, rather than dismissing it or treating Champollion’s work as illogical.
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