Paleolithic and Mesolithic Periods

The video explores early human life, focusing on the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic periods. It discusses the tools and technologies used, the significance of cave paintings, and the lifestyle of early humans. Key Paleolithic sites in India and worldwide are highlighted, along with the technological advancements of the time. The Mesolithic period is examined for its unique characteristics and developments, such as the use of microliths and the domestication of animals.

Which of the following periods is known as the 'Old Stone Age'?

• Paleolithic Age

• Mesolithic Age

• Neolithic Age

• Bronze Age

What was a common subject of Paleolithic cave paintings?

• Stars

• Landscapes

• Animals

• Rivers

What was a significant technological advancement during the Paleolithic period?

• Development of agriculture

• Use of metal tools

• Invention of the wheel

• Creation of stone statues

Which site is a major Paleolithic site located in Madhya Pradesh, India?

• Bhimbetka

• Lascaux

• Stonehenge

• Altamira

What is the Mesolithic period also known as?

• Iron Age

• New Stone Age

• Middle Stone Age

• Old Stone Age

What tool is characteristic of the Mesolithic period?

• Stone axes

• Bronze tools

• Microliths

• Iron tools

During the Mesolithic period, which animal was first domesticated?

• Cow

• Horse

• Dog

• Cat

What was a major reason for the extinction of many animals during the Mesolithic period?

• Climate change

• Disease

• Overhunting

• Natural disasters

Which of the following was NOT a food source for Mesolithic humans?

• Edible grass

• Rice

• Dolphins

• Whale

What was a significant change in human lifestyle during the Mesolithic period?

• Nomadic lifestyle

• Settling in one place

• Using electricity

• Building skyscrapers