Archaeology of Star Carr

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What is the significance of Star Carr in archaeological studies?

  • It is the only site with evidence of permanent settlements in Britain.
  • It revealed the earliest known human remains in Britain.
  • It has led to a rethinking of Mesolithic hunter-gatherer lifestyles. (correct)
  • It is the first site to contain remnants of pottery.

What method did hunter-gatherers at Star Carr potentially use to attract deer?

  • Setting traps along known deer paths.
  • Burning nearby woodland to promote fresh grass growth. (correct)
  • Creating deer enclosures to manage the population.
  • Planting crops to feed the deer directly.

What type of artefacts were preserved in the peat at Star Carr?

  • Stone tools made from flint and points from animal antlers. (correct)
  • Metal artifacts, suggesting trade routes.
  • Predominantly wooden tools and clothing.
  • Artistic pendants and ceremonial objects.

When was Howick House radiocarbon dated to be constructed?

<p>Around 7600 BCE. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How big was Howick House, the most preserved Mesolithic house in Britain?

<p>6 metres in diameter. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one theory about the function of Star Carr?

<p>It may have been a permanent habitation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is suggested that hunter-gatherers at Star Carr engaged in?

<p>Deliberately burning woodland to attract wildlife. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of artefact found at Star Carr is believed to be the oldest piece of art in Britain?

<p>A pendant. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Howick House is notable for being:

<p>The best-preserved Mesolithic house in Britain. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the estimated date of construction for Howick House based on radiocarbon dating?

<p>Around 7600 BCE. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What material were many of the stone tools found at Star Carr made from?

<p>Flints found on nearby beaches. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The barbed points found at Star Carr were primarily made from which material?

<p>Red deer antlers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant feature of Howick House was highlighted by its discovery?

<p>It was well-preserved due to cliff erosion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What seasonal strategy did hunter-gatherers employ for deer hunting at Star Carr?

<p>Collecting fresh ivy for feeding in colder months. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feature of the site led to the preservation of many artefacts at Star Carr?

<p>The wet conditions due to the presence of peat. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Star Carr

  • Star Carr is a Mesolithic site in Britain, excavated since 1948.
  • Located on the shore of former Lake Pickering, it has shifted archaeological perspectives on the Mesolithic period.
  • The site features houses which may have been permanent residences, though some argue they were seasonal hunting camps.

Red Deer Hunting

  • Hunter-gatherers at Star Carr may have intentionally burned woodland to encourage deer grazing.
  • Evidence suggests they collected ivy in autumn and winter to attract deer, aiding in hunting.

Archaeological Discoveries at Star Carr

  • The site's wet conditions preserved numerous artifacts in peat.
  • A pendant discovered in 2015 is considered the oldest piece of art in Britain.
  • A wooden paddle indicates the use of canoes.
  • Numerous spear and arrow points made from red deer antlers have been unearthed.
  • Stone tools crafted from flints found on nearby beaches are prevalent.

Howick House

  • Howick House, discovered in 2000 in Northumberland, is considered the best-preserved Mesolithic house in Britain.
  • Radiocarbon dating places its construction around 7600 BCE.
  • The house measured 6 meters in diameter.

Star Carr

  • Star Carr is a Mesolithic site located in Britain, situated on the shore of what was once Lake Pickering.
  • Excavations have been ongoing since 1948.
  • The site contains a group of houses, with some archaeologists suggesting permanent occupation while others believe it was a seasonal hunting camp.

Red Deer

  • Evidence suggests hunter-gatherers at Star Carr deliberately burned woodland to encourage new grass growth, attracting deer.
  • They also strategically placed fresh ivy piles in autumn and winter to lure deer for hunting.

Peat

  • Due to the site's waterlogged environment, numerous artifacts are well-preserved in the peat.
  • Found in 2015, a pendant is considered to be the oldest piece of art discovered in Britain.
  • A wooden paddle found at Star Carr indicates the use of canoes.
  • Hundreds of spear and arrow points made from red deer antlers have been unearthed.
  • Many stone tools were crafted using flints sourced from nearby beaches.
  • Today, the area surrounding Star Carr still harbors evidence of its Mesolithic past.

Howick House

  • Discovered in 2000 near the Northumberland coast, Howick House has been deemed the best-preserved Mesolithic house in Britain.
  • Radiocarbon dating indicates construction around 7600 BCE.
  • The hut is estimated to have measured 6 meters in diameter.

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