Stonehenge: Unraveling the Mystery

Stonehenge: Unraveling the Mystery

Assessment

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History, Science, Geography, Architecture

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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Stonehenge, a mysterious ancient site in the UK, has puzzled historians and archaeologists for centuries. Built over 5,000 years ago, it underwent multiple construction phases by different groups. Theories on how the massive stones were transported include sledges, rollers, and even glaciers. Myths attribute its creation to figures like Merlin, while modern science suggests it was a community project. Stonehenge served various purposes, from astronomy to ceremonies. Alternative theories propose alien involvement. Today, it remains a symbol of ancient ingenuity and a popular tourist destination.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the modern understanding of who created Stonehenge?

A single group of ancient Britons

A collaboration of various groups over time

Aliens from another planet

The ancient Egyptians

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the first stage of Stonehenge's construction?

Constructing trilithons

Transporting bluestones from Wales

Arranging sandstone slabs

Building a circle of timber posts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How were the massive stones of Stonehenge likely transported?

Using helicopters

With the help of ancient glaciers

By sledges and rollers made of tree trunks

Through teleportation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which mythical figure was once believed to have built Stonehenge?

Zeus

Thor

Merlin

Hercules

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did John Aubrey claim built Stonehenge?

The Egyptians

The Greeks

The Romans

The Druids

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the modern scientific consensus on the builders of Stonehenge?

It was a community project by various groups

It was built by the Romans

It was built by a single ancient civilization

It was constructed by aliens

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the purposes Stonehenge is thought to have served?

A residential area

A marketplace

A site for religious ceremonies and calendar-keeping

A military fortress

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