Skara Brae on Orkney Islands is one of the best-preserved prehistoric settlements in northern Europe
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The Celts are associated with which historical age?
Stone Age
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Middle Ages
Explanation
The Celts were Iron Age people who came to Britain around 800 BC. The Stone Age and Bronze Age came before the Celts' arrival, and the Middle Ages began much later, around the 5th century AD.
Approximately when did the Celts first come to Britain?
2000 BC
800 BC
55 BC
AD 43
Explanation
The Celts arrived in Britain around 800 BC, bringing Iron Age culture. 2000 BC is too early (still the Bronze Age). 55 BC is when Julius Caesar attempted his first invasion, and AD 43 is when Emperor Claudius successfully invaded.
Which metal gave the Iron Age its name and was associated with the Celts?
Bronze
Copper
Iron
Gold
Explanation
Iron gave the Iron Age its name. The Celts were Iron Age people who used iron tools and weapons. Bronze was used in the earlier Bronze Age, copper is a component of bronze, and gold, while used decoratively, did not define the era.
Where is Skara Brae located?
The Isle of Wight
The Orkney Islands, off the north coast of Scotland
The Shetland Islands
The Hebrides
Explanation
Skara Brae is on the Orkney Islands off the north coast of Scotland. It is one of the best-preserved groups of prehistoric houses in northern Europe.