Art in the Early Civilizations Quiz
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What period is commonly referred to as the Stone Age?

  • The Mesolithic and Neolithic periods
  • The Bronze and Iron ages
  • The Medieval and Renaissance periods
  • The Paleolithic and Neolithic periods (correct)
  • Why do we use BCE and CE instead of BC and AD?

  • To honor the birth and death of Jesus Christ
  • To avoid religious connotations associated with BC and AD (correct)
  • To align with modern historical conventions
  • To emphasize the significance of Christ's life
  • Where is the oldest known sculptural work of art believed to have been done?

  • Austria (correct)
  • Mesopotamia
  • Egypt
  • Greece
  • What did ancient nomadic man start doing during the pre-historic period?

    <p>Rock carvings and etchings on cave walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to clarify BCE and CE instead of using BC and AD?

    <p>To respect different cultural perspectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do BCE and CE stand for?

    <p>Before Common Era and Common Era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated age of the Venus of Willendorf?

    <p>30,000-25,000 BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Venus' mean in relation to the Venus of Willendorf?

    <p>Goddess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of the Venus of Willendorf?

    <p>Detailed genital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Venus of Willendorf during the Stone Age?

    <p>Symbol of fertility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where were the cave paintings discovered, believed to be done from 17,000 BCE to 15,000 BCE?

    <p>Lascaux, France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be seen on the walls of the cave in Lascaux, France?

    <p>Painted figures of animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the kind of cave painting known for its use by nomadic people during the Stone Age?

    <p>&quot;Sympathetic Magic&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a characteristic feature of Stone Age art as demonstrated by Stonehenge?

    <p>&quot;Megalithic in form and structure&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Stonehenge believed to have been constructed?

    <p>3000 BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

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