New theory on how Easter Island statues 'walked'

New theory on how Easter Island statues 'walked'

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Science, Social Studies, History

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the mystery of how the statues of Easter Island were moved from the quarry to their positions. A new theory suggests that Islanders used ropes to walk the statues into place. This theory is one of many that speculate on the methods used to move these giant statues.

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What material were the statues of Easter Island made from?

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How far were the statues moved from the quarry?

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What has been a long-standing mystery regarding the statues?

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What does the new theory suggest about the groups of Islanders?

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What is one theory about how the statues were moved?

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