Question

which of the following is not true of the above examples of neolithic ceramics?
a. patterns were engraved into each ceramic piece, and then white chalk was rubbed into the engravings so that the engravings stood out against the black background.
b. these are examples of european pottery vessels, created between 3000 - 2000 bce.
c. these vessels were found in spain, and are believed to have been created by the spanish peoples around 3000 bce.
d. the technology to create ceramic vessels was understood long before any were actually created in europe.

Explanation:

To determine the incorrect statement, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Describes a common Neolithic ceramic decoration technique (engraving with chalk filling) which is accurate.
• Option b: Neolithic European pottery from 3000 - 2000 BCE is consistent with historical timelines.
• Option c: Neolithic peoples in Spain around 3000 BCE is inaccurate. The Neolithic in Europe involved various pre - Spanish (in the modern sense) cultures, and attributing these vessels to "Spanish peoples" (implying a modern - ethnic - like group) is incorrect as the concept of "Spanish peoples" as we know it did not exist then.
• Option d: Ceramic technology knowledge preceding European production is historically plausible (e.g., from other regions like Asia).

Answer:

c. These vessels were found in Spain, and are believed to have been created by the Spanish peoples around 3000 BCE.