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) Urban landscapes
B) Hunting scenes
C) Self-portraits
D) Still lifes
- 3. In which country can you find significant examples of Sahara rock art?
A) Brazil
B) Algeria
C) India
D) Japan
- 4. What climatic changes affected the Sahara and its rock art?
A) Desertification
B) Glaciation
C) Volcanic eruptions
D) Tsunamis
- 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) Weaving
B) Sculpting
C) Spraying pigments
D) Casting
- 7. Which of the following features prominently in Sahara rock art?
A) Cars
B) Farms
C) Skyscrapers
D) Human figures
- 8. What is the name of the valley in Algeria known for its rock art?
A) Kalahari
B) Tassili n'Ajjer
C) Nile Valley
D) Death Valley
- 9. How old is the Sahara rock art estimated to be?
A) 30,000 years
B) 500 years
C) Up to 12,000 years
D) 2000 years
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