Maltese Prehistory

What is the Ggantija Temples known for?

• Known for its agricultural history

• Ancient architecture and age

• Renowned for its musical performances

• Famous for modern technology and design

Where are the Tarxien Temples located?

• Italy

• Greece

• Spain

• Malta

What is the significance of Hagar Qim in Maltese prehistory?

• It was built by the Romans in the 1st century AD.

• It is a modern building constructed in the 20th century.

• It is a significant megalithic temple complex dating back to approximately 3600-3200 BC.

• It has no historical significance and is just a tourist attraction.

How old are the Megalithic Temples of Malta?

• approximately 100 years old

• approximately 5,000 years old

• less than 100 years old

• around 1,000 years old

What are the main features of the Ggantija Temples?

• Tiny size, no carvings, and made of glass

• Small size, simple stone carvings, and modern construction techniques

• Massive size, intricate stone carvings, and megalithic construction techniques

• Medium size, no stone carvings, and wooden construction techniques

What artifacts were found at the Tarxien Temples?

• coins, manuscripts, and textiles

• fossils, shells, and bones

• pottery, jewelry, and weapons

• statues, altars, and reliefs

What is the purpose of the Hagar Qim temple complex?

• To function as a marketplace

• To act as a burial ground for the elite

• To serve as a military fortress

• To serve as a religious site for the Neolithic community

What is the architectural style of the Megalithic Temples?

• Renaissance

• Gothic

• Baroque

• Megalithic

What is the cultural significance of the Ggantija Temples?

• They were built in the 20th century

• They are one of the oldest free-standing structures in the world and are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

• They were used as military fortresses

• They have no historical significance

How were the Megalithic Temples of Malta constructed?

• Using steel beams and concrete

• Using bricks and mortar

• Using wooden planks and nails

• Using large stone blocks without mortar