Cave Paintings
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What are cave paintings?
Cave paintings are prehistoric artwork found on cave walls and ceilings created by our early human ancestors during the Stone Age.
Where did early modern humans first appear?
Early modern humans first appeared in East Africa.
Describe the lifestyle of Paleolithic humans.
Paleolithic humans were nomadic hunter-gatherers living in small family groups.
What major change occurred during the Neolithic Age?
The shift from hunting and gathering to farming and domestication of animals.
Why are cave paintings important today?
They provide insight into early human creativity and culture.
Where are the famous Lascaux Caves located?
The Lascaux Caves are located in France.
What is the Out of Africa theory?
The theory that humans first left Africa about 70,000-100,000 years ago and spread across different continents.
What types of food did Paleolithic humans gather?
They gathered fruits, nuts, and hunted animals.
Name one crop grown by early farming communities.
Wheat or barley.
How did the Neolithic Revolution impact population growth?
It led to the establishment of permanent settlements and increased food production.
Name one technique used in Paleolithic cave art.
Artists used techniques like shading or perspective drawing.
Name one type of tool used by early humans.
Stone tools, hand axes, or spear points.
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What is one method early humans used for shelter?
They built shelters in caves or used temporary structures made from natural materials.
What is animal domestication?
The process of taming and breeding animals for human use, such as dogs, sheep, and cattle.
What is one skill developed during the Neolithic Age?
Pottery making or weaving.
How old are the oldest cave paintings?
40,000 years old.
How did climate changes during the Ice Age affect early humans?
Climate changes forced humans to create warmer clothing, find new food sources, and build better shelters.
How did fire usage change daily life?
Fire provided warmth, protection, and a means to cook food.
Describe a feature of Neolithic settlements.
Permanent buildings or defensive walls.
How did trade networks begin?
Through the exchange of surplus goods from farming communities.
Why did early humans create cave art?
To record important events, for spiritual ceremonies, to teach younger generations, or as a form of artistic expression.
What is the significance of artifacts in archaeology?
Artifacts help archaeologists study human history and understand early human life.
What advancements were made during the Paleolithic Age?
Development of stone tools and early forms of art and communication.
What were the social changes that occurred during the Neolithic Age?
Larger communities formed, job specialization began, and social hierarchy developed.
What is the legacy of the Neolithic Revolution?
It laid the foundation for civilization, including cities and complex societies.