Easter Island Statues and Transportation

The video explores the creation and transportation of the iconic statues on Easter Island. Using only stone tools, the islanders carved these massive figures over centuries. The process involved intricate carving techniques at the Ranu Raku quarry. Despite the challenges, including rough terrain, many statues were moved kilometers from the quarry. Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl's experiments demonstrated possible transportation methods. Archaeologists have mapped numerous statues, revealing many were abandoned. The video concludes with a reconstruction of how these statues were erected, believed to come to life once completed.

What was the primary tool used by the people of Easter Island to carve the statues?

• Metal chisels

• Stone tools

• Wooden hammers

• Bronze axes

How long could it take to carve a single statue on Easter Island?

• A few weeks

• Several months

• Two years

• Five years

What was the final step in the carving process before moving the statue?

• Polishing the surface

• Painting the statue

• Undercutting the statue

• Adding decorative elements

What method did Tor Hll use to test the transportation of statues?

• Dragging with ropes

• Rolling on logs

• Floating on water

• Using wooden sleds

What was a significant challenge faced during the transportation of statues?

• Weather conditions

• Inadequate tools

• Lack of manpower

• Rough terrain

What did Professor Clao Christino focus on in his research?

• Carving techniques

• Cultural significance

• Transportation methods

• Mapping archaeological sites

How many statues were approximately mapped by Professor Clao Christino?

• 500

• 1000

• 1500

• 2000

What was the purpose of the ancient roads on Easter Island?

• Trade routes

• Ceremonial processions

• Transporting statues

• Military movements

What technique was recreated to understand how statues were erected?

• Building stone ramps

• Using cranes

• Utilizing pulleys

• Constructing scaffolding

What did the Islanders believe happened when the final piece of a statue was added?

• The statue became sacred

• The statue came to life

• The statue gained strength

• The statue was protected