Paleolithic and Neolithic Art Short Answer Questions

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Short Answers on Paleolithic and Neolithic Art:

1. Paleolithic Art Locations: Cave paintings and rock art have been found in numerous locations worldwide, including:

• Europe: Lascaux (France), Altamira (Spain), Chauvet (France), Dordogne Valley (France)
• Africa: Sahara Desert (Algeria, Chad, Niger), Tsodilo Hills (Botswana), Brandberg Mountain (Namibia)
• Asia: Sulawesi (Indonesia), Leang Leang (Indonesia), Bhimbetka (India)
• Americas: Lascaux (France), Altamira (Spain), Chauvet (France), Dordogne Valley (France)

2. Paleolithic Art Themes: Animals (horses, bison, mammoths), hand stencils, geometric shapes, human figures (rare), hunting scenes.

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          3. Paleolithic Art Materials: Natural pigments (ochre, charcoal, manganese), animal fat, bone tools, fingers. 4. Stonehenge Function: Theories vary, but popular ones propose it as a: Astronomical observatory for tracking celestial events. Ceremonial site for rituals and gatherings. Burial ground or ancestor veneration site. 5. Neolithic Revolution Technologies: Pottery, agriculture (domesticating plants and animals), polished stone tools, textiles, permanent settlements. 6. Liangzhu People: A Neolithic civilization in China (3500-2000 BCE) known for: Producing intricate and sophisticated jade objects, including bi discs, cong tubes, and cicadas. Large-scale rice cultivation and complex social structures. Note: These are brief summaries. Further research is encouraged for deeper understanding.