Question

The stone implement of the Middle Stone Age are called________________
A. Big stone implements (Core tools)
B. Delicate stone implements (Microliths)
C. Decorated implements
D. Sharp stone implements

Answer 1

Hint: The Middle Stone Age is also referred to as the Mesolithic Age which is an ancient cultural stage that existed between the Old Stone Age to the New Stone Age. This period is known to have started from 12,000 years to around 10.000 years.

Complete Answer:
During the later part of the Middle Stone Age, microlithic technologies were used and this aimed at producing many replaceable components. The implements of this very period are generally very small and hence, they are known as delicate stone implements. Among them, the famous stone tool was the monoliths, which are very small tools used for mounting together on a shaft to create a serrated edge. Mesolithic men had created handles from delicate stone weapons made from sources such as bones and wood and he used those implements as axes and saws. These types of tools are popularly known as micro wear. Polished stones were also another important innovation that occurred during this era.
Several other important tools that were used during the middle stone age were points, which could be hafted on to shafts to make spears. Stone awls have also been used to pierce hides and scrapers that are used for preparing hide, wood, and other materials were also typical tools during the Middle Stone Age.
So, the correct answer is Option B.

Note: The material culture during the Mesolithic period is characterized by its greater innovation and diversity than the Paleolithic period. Thus the Mesolithic cultures developed many diverse local adaptations and also achieved greater efficiency to exploit a wide range of food sources.