Exploring Paleolithic and Neolithic Consciousness

Which culture used images to create a narrative?

Aztec (correct)
Mesopotamian
Theoretical
Egyptian

What is the main purpose of the artwork in Mesopotamian society?

To serve political purposes (correct)
To highlight relations between God and man
To represent things as they are
To emphasize morality

What is the significance of the Epic of Gilgamesh?

It is a mythical story about a hero overcoming death
It is the first example of an epic poem
It confronts the idea of death (correct)
It is the oldest known narrative about heroes

What was the original name of the Venus figurines?

Venus (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Palette of Narmer?

To celebrate Narmer's defeat of his enemies (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture had an emphasis on gods and kings?

Egyptian (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Standard of Ur?

It is one of the earliest examples of historical narrative (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture used totemic myths to explain the world?

Mesopotamian (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Egyptian art?

Realistic and balanced (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the Epic of Gilgamesh?

Overcoming death (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of thinking is associated with abstraction and conventionality?

Dichotomic thinking (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

To serve as ritual places (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the transition of letters from concrete to abstract in writing?

It allowed for the expression of abstract meaning (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of cave paintings?

To fulfill religious and symbolic functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between abstraction and categorization?

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

What is the role of conventionality in language?

To establish agreements about word meanings (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the evolution of gods from nature phenomena to anthropomorphic depictions?

It reflects the development of abstract thinking (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the use of color in cave paintings?

To serve sacred and symbolic functions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Woman of Willendorf figurine?

It is a symbol of fertility and abundance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between art and language in the Paleolithic/Neolithic era?

Art became a form of language (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture is known for its abstract and minimalist female figures?

Cycladic culture (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of the female figure from the Cyclades?

It is life-sized (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture attempted to depict more natural and organic forms in their art?

Minoan culture (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main subject matter depicted in Minoan art?

Sea and animals (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture is known for its large protective walls and life-like representations in their art?

Mycenean culture (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the sculpted lions at the Lion Gate in Mycenae?

To intimidate visitors (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture is known for its use of krater vases in burials?

Mycenean culture (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of the figures depicted on the Krater vase from Attic?

They are abstract and unrealistic (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which culture is known for its more abstract and minimalist art style?