Early Humans Quiz

What are two sources of our knowledge about early humans?

• Cave paintings and remains of shelters

• Remains of shelters and oral traditions

• Cave paintings and written records

• Oral traditions and written records

What did the early humans notice floating on water?

• Leaves

• Logs of wood

• Animal skin

• Stones

How did the early humans roast animal flesh?

• By drying it in the sun

• By placing it on fire

• By burying it in the ground

• By boiling it in water

What is believed to have given the early humans the idea of making rafts?

• Hearing stories from others

• Seeing logs of wood floating on water

• Finding a boat washed ashore

• Seeing animals swimming

What is archaeological excavation?

• The process of digging to find historical remains

• The study of ancient languages

• The analysis of ancient artifacts

• The preservation of historical sites

How did the invention of the wheel change the life of early humans?

• Made hunting easier

• Enabled faster construction of shelters

• Improved communication with other tribes

• Made travelling and carrying things easier

What was the significance of the discovery of fire for early humans?

• It provided protection against wild animals and cold

• It allowed them to communicate over long distances

• It helped in making better tools

• It enabled them to build stronger shelters

What did early humans use to cover themselves against heat and cold?

• Metal armor

• Leaves and animal skin

• Wooden planks

• Bricks and mud

What do cave paintings by early humans provide an insight into?

• Their religious beliefs

• Their social structure

• Their agricultural practices

• Their daily lives and activities