Pueblo Bonito is a large, ancient building in Chaco Canyon, New Mexico. Archaeologists and historians have long considered Pueblo Bonito the palatial residence of a chief or king. However, researchers have found very little evidence of the luxury goods that one would expect to find in a palace. Therefore, it is more likely that Pueblo Bonito was a religious center where special rituals were performed.

The boldface portion plays which of the following roles?

A) It is a claim for which the argument provides further evidence
B) It is the main conclusion of the argument
C) It provides evidence that the argument opposes
D) It is a claim that the argument concludes is false
E) It provides evidence in support of the main conclusion of the argument


OA E

Source: Manhattan Prep