Ancient Gold Artifacts Quiz

What is the significance of the Coggalbeg hoard in the context of the National Museum of Ireland?

• It contains the oldest known artifacts in the museum.

• It was found with other objects in a deposit.

• It is the only gold object in the museum.

• It was discovered in a desert.

During which historical period were the gold objects from the Coggalbeg hoard created?

• Stone Age

• Iron Age

• Bronze Age

• Medieval Period

What is one theory about how the gold objects from the Coggalbeg hoard were used?

• As a cooking utensil

• As a neck or hair decoration

• As a weapon

• As currency

What does the presence of these gold objects in Ireland suggest about the people of that time?

• They engaged in trade and travel.

• They were isolated and had no contact with other regions.

• They had no knowledge of metalworking.

• They were primarily hunters and gatherers.

What is a notable feature of the gold objects' craftsmanship?

• They are made of silver.

• They are unadorned and plain.

• They are thick and heavy.

• They are thin and intricately decorated.