Exploring Paleolithic and Neolithic Consciousness

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Which culture used images to create a narrative?

Mesopotamian

Aztec (correct)

Sumerian

Egyptian

What is the main purpose of the artwork in Mesopotamia?

To depict historical events

To represent things as they are

To highlight relations between God and man

To serve political purposes (correct)

What is the significance of the Epic of Gilgamesh?

It is a mythical story about a hero who overcomes death

It is a reflection on mortality and humanity (correct)

It is the oldest known narrative about heroes

It is a long, narrative poem

What is the purpose of the Palette of Narmer?

To celebrate the defeat of enemies and unification of Egypt Signup and view all the answers

Which culture had an emphasis on gods and kings?

Mesopotamian Signup and view all the answers

What does the use of metaphoric thinking in literature allow us to do?

Reflect on aspects of life that are not easy to make sense of Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Standard of Ur?

It is an example of historical narrative Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme addressed in the Epic of Gilgamesh?

The idea of death Signup and view all the answers

Which culture used images to represent a certain section of the population?

Egyptian Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Tizoc-stone?

To create a narrative Signup and view all the answers

Which type of thinking is associated with abstraction and conventionality?

Dichotomic thinking Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of massive constructions in the Paleolithic/Neolithic period?

To serve as ritual places Signup and view all the answers

What does the transition of letters from concrete to abstract imply?

The development of written language Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the cave paintings in Chauvet, France?

They may have served as a ritual place Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of the Woman of Willendorf figurine?

Exaggerated body proportions Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between abstraction and categorization?

Abstraction is a form of categorization Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of art in the Paleolithic/Neolithic period?

To express abstract meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conventionality in language?

To create agreements about word meanings Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of anthropomorphic gods in the development of religion?

They represent the evolution from nature to human-like deities Signup and view all the answers

What does the use of color in cave paintings indicate?

The paintings served sacred and symbolic functions Signup and view all the answers

Which culture is associated with the female figure found in graves and possibly connected to fertility?

Cycladic culture Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the Prince of Lilies fresco from Knossos?

It shows more movement and organic forms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Lion Gate in Mycenae?

To intimidate visitors with sculpted lions Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the Krater vase from Attic?

It is used in burials Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of images in understanding reality?

To go beyond what can be seen Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Cycladic culture?

It existed from 2600-1100 BC Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Minoan culture?

It attempted to achieve more naturalistic depictions Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Mycenean culture?

It is known for its highly realistic and life-like art Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Egyptian art?

It is less naturalistic than Minoan art Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the huge walls in Mycenae?

To protect the city with its huge walls Signup and view all the answers