Race to save prehistoric art in Lascaux

The video discusses the reproduction of the prehistoric Lascaux cave paintings in France. Experts are using high-resolution images to recreate the artwork, aiming to understand the techniques used by ancient artists. The project, Lascaux Revisited, seeks to preserve the cave's legacy as the original site has been closed to the public. New technology aids in capturing details missed in previous reproductions. The team hopes to document unreproduced parts of the cave for future generations, though time is limited.

What is the primary goal of the Lascaux Revisited project?

• To reproduce every detail of the prehistoric cave

• To create a modern art gallery

• To build a new cave in a different location

• To sell replicas of the cave paintings

How did prehistoric painters approach their work on the cave walls?

• They used modern tools and techniques

• They painted only during the night

• They used the natural contours of the walls

• They painted randomly without any plan

Why was the original Lascaux cave closed to visitors?

• It was located in a dangerous area

• To preserve the ancient artwork

• The paintings were moved to a museum

• It was too small to accommodate visitors

What was a major issue with the paintings in Lascaux Two?

• They were done quickly and in poor lighting

• They were painted by children

• They were painted in vibrant colors

• They were not based on the original cave

What is the hope for the future of the Lascaux cave documentation?

• To create a virtual reality experience

• To have a complete photographic record

• To open a new cave for tourists

• To sell the documentation to private collectors