I WONDER - How Long Has Glass Been Around?

Glass manufacturing dates back to the 1st century BC, initially used for ornaments and tools. During the Stone Age, glass was used for cutting tools and spear tips. Colored glass emerged later, with significant use in England for windows by the 17th century. Today, glass is integral to daily life, found in numerous applications.

When did glass manufacturing first begin?

• 1st century BC

• 5th century AD

• 10th century BC

• 15th century AD

What were the primary uses of glass in its early days?

• Transportation

• Building materials

• Medical tools

• Ornaments and jewelry

What is an ironic use of glass during the Stone Age?

• As a musical instrument

• As a building material

• As a cutting tool

• As a decorative item

When did colored glass start to be produced?

• In the 17th century

• In the 20th century

• During the Stone Age

• After the Stone Age

In which century did glass start being used for windows in England?

• 15th century

• 16th century

• 17th century

• 18th century