Read the article about some ancient rock art in a place called Serranía la Lindosa in Colombia, South America, and then answer the following questions. 'There are thousands of these prehistoric paintings,' the researcher said, pointing to a high rock wall covered with pictures of humans, animals and abstract patterns, all in the same reddish colour. Content removed due to copyright restrictions. It's a fascinating view into an ancient world. 1 When do experts think the oldest rock art at Serranía la Lindosa was made? 2 What was the surrounding area like when the early rock art was made? 3 What caused the writer to take longer than expected to reach Serrania la Lindosa? Give two details. . 4 What did the writer feel anxious about during the journey to Serranía la Lindosa? 5 What impressed the writer most about the paintings of horses? 6 How do experts think the artists were able to paint high up on the rocks? 7 What does the rock art show people doing? Give two details. .

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1.12500 years ago
2.open grasslands / best environment for large animals
3.Award 1 mark for each detail up to a maximum 2 marks:
- flat tyre
- flooding
4.poisonous snakes
5.detailed/detail(s)
6.climbed (wooden) towers/climbed large (man-made) structures
7.Award 1 mark for each detail up to a maximum 2 marks:
- dancing
- hunting

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