1.3 Neolithic Art

• The Neolithic period is also known as the late Stone
• What led to stable food supplies and larger populations during the Neolithic period?

  Agricultural Revolution
• The Neolithic period saw a shift from temporary nomadic lifestyles to permanent settled communities.
• The primary defining characteristic of the Neolithic period is the agricultural revolution
• What are two key features introduced during the Neolithic period for clothing and shelter?

  Weaving and pottery
• Match the characteristic of Neolithic art with its description:

  Stylized Forms ↔️ Simplified and abstracted figures

  Narrative Scenes ↔️ Depictions of daily life

  Functional Art ↔️ Art objects with practical uses
• Neolithic art features realistic and detailed figures like Paleolithic art.

  False
• The Çatalhöyük wall paintings depict narrative scenes of daily life and rituals
• What is an example of monumental Neolithic architecture that reflects community organization?

  Stonehenge
• Pottery in the Neolithic period was solely used for storage and cooking.

  False
• Order the following examples of Neolithic art based on their primary characteristic:

  1️⃣ Çatalhöyük wall paintings (Narrative scenes)

  2️⃣ Stonehenge (Monumental architecture)

  3️⃣ Neolithic pottery (Decorative patterns)
• What is a common theme depicted in Neolithic art, reflecting the agricultural lifestyle?

  Hunting scenes
• What are the characteristics of Çatalhöyük wall paintings?

  Narrative scenes, stylized forms
• Neolithic pottery was solely used for decorative purposes.

  False
• What do Çatalhöyük wall paintings depict?

  Daily life and rituals
• Neolithic art reflects both stylized and narrative characteristics.
• Major characteristics of the Neolithic period

  1️⃣ Agricultural Revolution

  2️⃣ Domestication of plants and animals

  3️⃣ Settled village life

  4️⃣ Introduction of pottery

  5️⃣ Development of weaving

  6️⃣ Refined stone tools
• The Neolithic period saw a shift from temporary nomadic lifestyles to permanent settled communities.
• Where is Çatalhöyük located?

  Modern-day Turkey
• Stylized forms in Neolithic art include simplified and abstracted figures.
• What do the wall paintings at Çatalhöyük illustrate?

  Hunting scenes and communal activities
• Stonehenge is an example of Neolithic monumental architecture.
• Match the function of Neolithic art with its purpose and example:

  Practical Utility ↔️ Storage, cooking, and daily use ||| Pottery adorned with patterns

  Symbolic Expression ↔️ Conveying religious beliefs and social structures ||| Cairns used for burial rituals

  Communal Engagement ↔️ Fostering community bonds and social gatherings ||| Stonehenge for ceremonial practices
• What is an example of Neolithic art used for practical utility?

  Pottery
• Cairns were primarily used to convey religious beliefs and social structures.
• Stonehenge is an example of Neolithic art used for communal engagement
• Which material was commonly used in Neolithic art for carving and polishing?

  Stone
• Neolithic pottery was made using locally sourced clay and fired in kilns.
• Match the region with its characteristic art:

  Europe ↔️ Megaliths, stone circles

  Middle East ↔️ Intricate animal carvings

  Asia ↔️ Realistic human depictions
• What is the defining feature of the Neolithic period?

  Agricultural revolution
• Order the key developments of the Neolithic period:

  1️⃣ Agricultural Revolution

  2️⃣ Settlement

  3️⃣ Pottery

  4️⃣ Weaving

  5️⃣ Polished Stone Tools
• The Paleolithic period saw a shift to permanent settled communities, while the Neolithic period was characterized by nomadic lifestyles.

  False
• What are the key characteristics of Neolithic art?

  Stylized forms, narrative scenes
• Neolithic art features stylized forms, which are simplified and abstracted
• Which Neolithic art example features narrative scenes of daily life and stylized forms?

  Çatalhöyük wall paintings
• Stonehenge is aligned with astronomical events and served social and ceremonial purposes.
• What is an example of Neolithic art used for communal engagement?

  Stonehenge
• What do the wall paintings at Çatalhöyük illustrate?

  Lifestyle and rituals
• Neolithic art used symbolic expression to convey religious beliefs and social structures
• Stonehenge was used for communal engagement in Neolithic ceremonies.