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WorksheetsStonehenge
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Stonehenge was believed to used for
Burial Ground
A Unification Site
Worship
All of the Above
What does the name Stonehenge mean?
Land of stone
Great Cemetery
Hanging Rocks
Open Cathedral
On the outer most part, Stonehenge is shaped liked a __________________,
square
circle
horseshoe
triangle
On the inner most part, Stonehenge is shaped like a __________________.
triangle
horseshoe
circle
square
The smaller stones used to build Stonehenge are called ___________________.
bluestones
redstones
sarsens
planks
Stonehenge was believed to be built by who?
(a)
This prehistoric monument has large stones that form a circle
Cologne Cathedral
Hallgrimskirkja
Guggenheim
Stonehenge
Where is Stonehenge located?
Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire
London
Ireland
Scotland
Approximately how many years ago did work start on Stonehenge?
1,000 years ago
2,000 years ago
5,000 years ago
10,000 years ago
How many standing stones called 'sarsens' made up the outer circle of Stonehenge 4,000 years ago?
20
25
30
35
What is the primary material used in the construction of the larger stones at Stonehenge?
A) Granite
B) Limestone
C) Sarsen
D) Marble
Which ancient civilization is believed to have started the construction of Stonehenge?
A) Romans
B) Celts
C) Neolithic people
D) Saxons
What astronomical event is Stonehenge aligned with?
A) Winter Solstice
B) Summer Solstice
C) Spring Equinox
D) Autumn Equinox
What is the estimated weight of the largest stones at Stonehenge?
A) 10 tons
B) 25 tons
C) 50 tons
D) 75 tons
What is the purpose of the ditch surrounding Stonehenge?
A) Defense
B) Water drainage
C) Ritual purposes
D) Agricultural use
