The megalithic structure shown uses a similar building technique to that of Stonehenge, in that the stones are

arranged with upright vertical elements supporting a horizontal element

Some archaeologists have speculated that the Ambum Stone represented a totemic animal, while others suggest it was

a tool used to grind or pound substances

Scholars theorized they were intended to facilitate a connection between the physical and spiritual worlds because of

interlocking square and cylindrical forms (which represent different realms

Scholars have theorized which of the following about the stylized animals painted on the vessel?

They represent the wild and the domesticated animals of an agricultural

The detail of the cave painting is visually similar to those found in the Great Hall of the Bulls at Lascaux in the

animals are depicted in profile to convey their distinctive qualities

Works such as the one shown have been discovered primarily in

gravesites, where they were likely placed as part of funerary practices

The form of the Tlatilco female figurine best expresses a concept of duality through the

inclusion of the two connected heads on a single body

What technique was employed by Paleolithic artists at the Great Hall of the Bulls at Lascaux to create clear lines

Using hands as stencils while blowing pigments to spray a surface

The anthropomorphic stele found near Ha’il, Saudi Arabia, is believed to have functioned as a

grave marker, because it was found in a funerary context

The artist who created the Neolithic rock painting shown most likely drew lines and dots on the figures to

represent physical ornamentation that was used in ritual contexts

The work was created by manipulating which of the following materials?

A mineral called jade, formed using precise sanding techniques

The Pallet of King Narmer was most likely used as

A gift and a place to grind up cosmetics

While the specific purpose of the work shown can no longer be determined, some have speculated the artist chose to use

A sacrum bone for its spiritual signifigance

Most scholars believe that the bluestones used during the early construction phases at Stonehenge were

transported from a distant site, showing an ancestral connection to region

Scholars believe that the vessel was most likely used in a ritual context for which of the following reasons?

It was buried in a cemetery, underneath an artificial mound.

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1
The megalithic structure shown uses a similar building technique to that of Stonehenge, in that the stones are
cantilevered with projecting elements anchored on one side
securely fitted together using mortise-and-tenon joints
arranged with upright vertical elements supporting a horizontal element
aligned with the Sun along a strict north-south axis
2
Some archaeologists have speculated that the Ambum Stone represented a totemic animal, while others suggest it was
a tool used to grind or pound substances
an effigy symbolizing a sacrificial victim
an object that was mounted on a staff and indicated social rank
an elaborate handle for a pitcher
3
The pattern of a human face on the terra cotta fragment from Lapita was most likely created using which of the following
Molding
Coiling
Pinching
Incising
4
Scholars theorized they were intended to facilitate a connection between the physical and spiritual worlds because of
dragon motifs (represent gods)
the open cavity in the center
interlocking square and cylindrical forms (which represent different realms
finely incised lines (helped individuals identify constellations)
5
Scholars have theorized which of the following about the stylized animals painted on the vessel?
They refer to hunting rituals linked to seasonal migrations of animals
They represent the wild and the domesticated animals of an agricultural
They represent the same animal-headed gods found during excavations at a n
They reference mythic animals that are described in the culture’s epic lite
6
The vessel was made between
6000 and 4000 B.C.E.
2500 and 1600 B.C.E.
4200 and 3500 B.C.E.
3300 and 2200 B.C.E.
7
The form of the anthropomorphic stele shown is best described as
naturalistic
stylized
idealized
veristic
8
The detail of the cave painting is visually similar to those found in the Great Hall of the Bulls at Lascaux in the
Limited color palette is intended to focus attention on the narrative
forms are foreshortened to present a sense of animals in motion
natural curves in the cave wall are used to produce atmospheric perspective
animals are depicted in profile to convey their distinctive qualities
9
Works such as the one shown have been discovered primarily in
ancient settlements, which included henges for astronomical observations
cave systems (centers for ritual activity during the Neolithic era)
wetlands, which were excavated as part of modern drainage efforts
gravesites, where they were likely placed as part of funerary practices
10
The form of the Tlatilco female figurine best expresses a concept of duality through the
inclusion of the two connected heads on a single body
balance conveyed by long, outstretched arms with open hands
naturalistic portrayal of human anatomy
asymmetrical arrangement of the two halves of the body
11
What technique was employed by Paleolithic artists at the Great Hall of the Bulls at Lascaux to create clear lines
Using fingers dipped in fat from oil lamps to create wax contour lines
Using pens made from hollow amimal bones filled with pigment
Using hands as stencils while blowing pigments to spray a surface
Using leather cut in shapes + soaked in pigment to print forms on the walls
12
Historians argue that the Votive Figures are statues that were used as place holders when owners could not come to pray
False
True
13
The anthropomorphic stele found near Ha’il, Saudi Arabia, is believed to have functioned as a
royal portrait, because it was found in the audience hall of a palace
grave marker, because it was found in a funerary context
votive offering, because it was found in an ancient temple
spice container, because it was found near a trade route
14
Identify this artwork.
The Great Pyramids
The Temple of Amen-Re at Karnak
Funerary Temple of Hatshepsut
White Temple and its Ziggurat
15
The Standard of Ur has two sides that focus on all of the following, except
Class system
War and Peace
Hierarchy
Journey to the afterlife
16
Which time period is the Seated Scribe from?
New Kingdom
Old Kingdom
Sumerian
Armana Period
17
The artist who created the Neolithic rock painting shown most likely drew lines and dots on the figures to
represent physical ornamentation that was used in ritual contexts
suggest rapid movement of people in a dance
create patterns to assist in the recounting of creation stories
emphasize the three-dimensional shapes of the bodies
18
The work was created by manipulating which of the following materials?
The bone of an animal considered to be a totemic species
A mineral called jade, formed using precise sanding techniques
A hard sedimentary stone known as greywacke, shaped with stone tools
Red terra cotta clay excavated from a sacred site
19
The Pallet of King Narmer was most likely used as
An altar piece
A gift and a place to grind up cosmetics
An instrument used to make music during a narrative
A public piece used to show the code of law
20
While the specific purpose of the work shown can no longer be determined, some have speculated the artist chose to use
A sacrum bone for its spiritual signifigance
movable parts so that the sculpture could be animated during ritual display
a hollow skull so that it could be attached to the exterior of a structure
a rock in the shape of a canine because it was linked to a diety
21
Most scholars believe that the bluestones used during the early construction phases at Stonehenge were
acquired from nomadic people, providing evidence about prehistoric trading
excavated from nearby quarries, demonstrating technical skills
taken through conquest to mark graves of important leaders
transported from a distant site, showing an ancestral connection to region
22
The work shown was created during the prehistoric period in what is now called
Susa, Iran
the Solomon Islands
the Arabian Peninsula
Liangzhu, China
23
Scholars believe that the vessel was most likely used in a ritual context for which of the following reasons?
It was deposited in a sacred well associated with a fertility goddess.
It was found in the ruins of an ancestral shrine.
It was discovered inside a cave, alongside votive figurines.
It was buried in a cemetery, underneath an artificial mound.
24
The vessel shown was created using
charcoal on stone
pigment on rock
porcelain with underglazing
painted terra cotta
25
The Apollo 11 stones may have functioned as
an early form of portable art
part of a more complex cycle of cave painting
a foundation stone for a religious structure
a grave marker for a successful hunter

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