The Ancient Rock Art of the Sahara - Quiz
- 1. What is the primary material used in Sahara rock art?
A) Acrylic paints
B) Watercolors
C) Oil paints
D) Pigments from natural minerals
- 2. The rock art of the Sahara predominantly features which type of scene?
A) Self-portraits
B) Still lifes
C) Hunting scenes
D) Urban landscapes
- 3. In which country can you find significant examples of Sahara rock art?
A) India
B) Brazil
C) Japan
D) Algeria
- 4. What climatic changes affected the Sahara and its rock art?
A) Desertification
B) Glaciation
C) Tsunamis
D) Volcanic eruptions
- 5. What do many representatives in Sahara rock art illustrate about ancient cultures?
A) Political systems
B) Modern technologies
C) Social and cultural practices
D) Architectural styles
- 6. What is a common method artists used to create rock art?
A) Casting
B) Sculpting
C) Spraying pigments
D) Weaving
- 7. Which of the following features prominently in Sahara rock art?
A) Farms
B) Human figures
C) Cars
D) Skyscrapers
- 8. What is the name of the valley in Algeria known for its rock art?
A) Death Valley
B) Kalahari
C) Nile Valley
D) Tassili n'Ajjer
- 9. How old is the Sahara rock art estimated to be?
A) 30,000 years
B) 2000 years
C) 500 years
D) Up to 12,000 years
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