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Q · Pre-HistoryMedium · 45s
Consider the following prehistoric cultures: 1. Palaeolithic — Use of hand axes and cleavers 2. Mesolithic — Use of microliths 3. Neolithic — Polished stone tools and pottery Which of the above correctly describes their respective periods?
TopicPre-History
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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These tool types and developments match each age.
Final Answer: Option D — 1, 2 and 3