These Walls Can Talk

The article “These Walls Can Talk” describes the discovery of the ancient practice of creating paintings and engravings on rocks and on the walls of caves. In Europe, Africa, and Australia, scientists have found art that dates back thousands and thousands of years.

Use the article to find specific descriptions of the art created on rocks and in caves in different parts of the world. Write a detailed description of the art, using descriptive words such as masterpieces, clues, trove, paintings, engravings, and images. Be sure your descriptions of the individual artworks paint word pictures that will engage readers and help them to visualize and understand the art.