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Construction of Stonehenge in England Fact-Matching Game

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Embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of the ancient construction of Stonehenge in England with this fact-matching game!

  • Explore the history and techniques used by ancient civilizations
  • Piece together fragments of information to reveal the secrets of Stonehenge

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • Stonehenge was constructed in several stages, with the first phase believed to have started around 3100 BC.
  • The stones used in Stonehenge were transported from a quarry in Wales, over 140 miles away.
  • The largest stones at Stonehenge, known as sarsens, weigh up to 50 tons.
  • There are two main types of stones at Stonehenge: the sarsens and the smaller bluestones.
  • The bluestones at Stonehenge are believed to have been transported from the Preseli Hills in Wales.
  • Stonehenge is aligned with the movements of the sun, moon, and stars, leading to theories about its use as an astronomical observatory.
  • The construction of Stonehenge is thought to have required a workforce of hundreds of people.
  • The purpose of Stonehenge is still debated by archaeologists and historians, with theories ranging from a burial site to a religious temple.
  • Stonehenge was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1986.
  • The lintel stones at Stonehenge were placed atop the upright stones using a sophisticated mortise and tenon joint.
  • The bluestones at Stonehenge are believed to have been erected before the larger sarsen stones.
  • Stonehenge underwent several phases of construction and modification over a period of roughly 1,500 years.
  • Stonehenge is located on the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England.
  • The bluestones at Stonehenge are made of dolerite, an igneous rock.
  • Stonehenge was likely built by a culture known as the Beaker people, who were skilled in metalworking and pottery.
  • The exact methods used to transport and erect the stones at Stonehenge remain a subject of debate among archaeologists.
  • Stonehenge is one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world.
  • Stonehenge was likely used for ceremonial and religious purposes, as well as possibly serving as a burial site.
  • Stonehenge attracts over 1.5 million visitors annually.
  • Stonehenge has inspired countless theories and myths over the centuries, including associations with Druids and aliens.

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