Even though our early ancestors were _____, they had remarkable survival skills. (educate)

A large number of seventh-century gold coins have been unearthed by a teacher in the UK. _____ 12 years of treasure hunting, he found the coins _______ searching farmland with a metal detector.

Many finds are currently being assessed in this way. ________, the teacher and the farmer on whose land the gold was found hope to _______ receive a reward for their find.

The idea of protecting wildlife would have been _____ to our early ancestors. (meaning)

In England, valuation takes place at the British Museum. ______, individual museums can bid for the treasure. Many finds are currently being assessed in this way.

Climate change has had ______ consequences for certain species. (reversible)

It is important not to keep animals in ____ conditions. (crowd)

_____ the find has been reported and experts agree it is real treasure, the ______ stage involves determining its market value.

The clerk admitted that he had _____ the instructions and sent the artefact to the wrong address. (understand)

If you find objects that you believe to be treasure, you must ____ report your find to the appropriate authority. Otherwise you may face a £5,000 fine.

Those in the queue to enter the museum were becoming very _______. (patient)

Although it is _______ to remove your shoes when entering the building, most people do. (necessary)