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