The Bronze Age (c. 2500-500 BC) (Leaving Cert Art): Quizzes
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What two metals are combined to create bronze?
What two metals are combined to create bronze?
Copper and tin
When did the Bronze Age begin in Ireland?
When did the Bronze Age begin in Ireland?
Around 2500 BC
What is the repoussé technique used for?
What is the repoussé technique used for?
Creating raised designs on metal
What is the diameter of the Tedavnet Sun Discs?
What is the diameter of the Tedavnet Sun Discs?
11 cm
Around what year did torcs largely replace sheet gold work?
Around what year did torcs largely replace sheet gold work?
1400 BC
How was gold probably discovered in the Bronze Age?
How was gold probably discovered in the Bronze Age?
In nuggets or panning rivers
After what year was there a significant surge in metalwork production?
After what year was there a significant surge in metalwork production?
800 BC
What was the function of a fibula?
What was the function of a fibula?
To secure clothing
What shape were gorgets?
What shape were gorgets?
U-shaped gold collars
How were the Gorteenareagh lock rings constructed?
How were the Gorteenareagh lock rings constructed?
Fine gold wires soldered together
Why were the Beaker people given this name?
Why were the Beaker people given this name?
Distinctive cremation burial pots
What period did the Bishopsland phase cover?
What period did the Bishopsland phase cover?
1500-1200 BC