5 Questions
What were some of the earliest boats found at archaeological excavations?
Dugout boats made from massive pieces of wood.
What were the two methods used to hollow out the dugout boats?
- Burning the wood inside the log and removing it with an adze. 2) Chopping parallel notches along the interior of the log and removing the wood between the notches.
How were dugout boats constructed?
They began with the selection of a large log, then the bark was removed, and wood was removed from inside the log.
Why was wood removed from inside the log during the construction of the dugout boats?
To create space for riders and make the log lighter in weight.
What qualities did the boat need to have in order to support the people and cargo?
The boat needed to be strong enough to support the people and cargo.
Test your knowledge of ancient boat construction methods with this quiz! Learn about the earliest boats made from dugout logs and how they were constructed. Discover the fascinating history of water travel and the ingenuity of our ancestors. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about this ancient technology!
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