Assignment: Cave of Forgotten Dreams Handout
o What were some early indications that the paintings in Chauvet Cave were not forgeries?
o What are some of the ways artists showed movement in the paintings?
o What are some ways scientist have used to map paths cave artists made while making art?
o Has prehistoric man taught scientists anything about the world they didn't already know through making art?
o What other kinds of art forms have been discovered from this time period?
o What is a huge difference between Neanderthal man and the Paleolithic man?
o What elements and principles did you hear discussed in the film? Provide examples.
o What is the significant difference between Chauvet Cave and the caves in Germany?
o How do the crystalized formations help date the cave?
o What justification is there for keeping tourists out of Chauvet cave and restricting scientific exploration to a few months each year?
o What proof is there in Chauvet cave that prehistoric man had a concept of religion?
o What are three things that you found interesting/learned/better understand about prehistory and cave painting because of the film?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
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