The Atlatl Is:​

question 4

Multiple Choice

The atlatl is:​

• A)​a burin that was produced by the Denisovans for localized hunting
• B)​a spear produced by Mousterian toolmakers that gave hunters an option of throwing a weapon
• C)​a flake that was attached to a hand axe and allowed for very specialized food production
• D)​type of scraper used to preserve hides used for clothing and shelter

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