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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.