Your classmates are debating what types of art are the oldest known to us. Everyone has a different idea of what old pieces of art have been discovered. You offer to help solve your classmates’ debate. What would you tell them are the oldest pieces of art that are known to us?
(1 point)
Responses
a. clay pots
b. sculptures
c. cave paintings
d. carvings
c. Cave paintings
The oldest known form of art that has been discovered are cave paintings, believed to date back tens of thousands of years. These ancient artworks can be found in various places around the world, such as in caves in Europe and rock shelters in Australia. These cave paintings provide insight into the lives and beliefs of early humans.