An archaeologist was found dead in a sealed tomb that had been untouched for three thousand years. The cause of death was dehydration. Historians were baffled because the tomb contained a fresh jug of clean spring water and bowls of fresh fruit. Detective Drake smiled, noting the tomb had no electrical light. How did the archaeologist die?
In total darkness
Though water and food were present, the sealed tomb was in absolute, pitch-black darkness. The archaeologist could not find the food or water in the dark and perished of thirst.
About this riddle
Detective riddles are tiny mysteries. Look for the detail in the story that does not fit; it is usually the clue that solves the case.
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