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The Upper Paleolithic period, which dates from about 40,000 to 10,000 years ago, was characterized by which of the following?
 
  A. the development of agriculture
  B. core tools of many traditions
  C. the invention of composite tools
  D. cold weather adaptations

Question 2

What was the most important technological development in stone tool production during the Upper Paleolithic period?
 
  A. sharpened cores
  B. long, narrow blades
  C. scraping tools
  D. hand axes



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B



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