Prehistoric Quiz

Which of the following is a reasonable theory about the Venus de Willendorf's intended purpose?

• Early clothing model

• Talisman

• Doll

• Child's toy

Which of the following is NOT a known theory explaining why cavemen created art on cave walls?

• to document what they saw

• for communication

• to tell about themselves and what they did

• to practice their math skills by counting animals

Prehistory means:

• We have no written record, only artifacts and objects

• A long time ago

• Ice Age

• The future

What were the themes of prehistoric art?

• landscapes

• lots of people

• still lifes

• animals, hunting and fertility

What is the name of this sculpture?

• Lowenmensch

• Simba

• Venus of Willendorf

• Spirit Animal

Where does ivory come from?

• Animal tusks

• Ireland

• Bones

• Soap

What is the name of this portable sculpture?

• Lion Man

• Primitive Woman

• Venus of Willendorf

• Goddess of Abundance

Where were the first caves with art found and named after?

• Rome, Italy

• Paris, France

• Lascaux, France

• Madrid, Spain

In which country was it discovered?

• Austria

• Spain

• France

The over-exaggerated female features suggest

• The artist was highly skilled.

• The artist was a nomad.

• The artifact is a symbol of womanhood.