arrowhead
Arrowheads form the penetrating point. This topic is part of Archaeology within History. This page currently draws on 5 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
arrowhead trivia questions
An arrowhead is attached to which end of an arrow?
Answer: Front
Bonus fact: Arrowheads form the penetrating point.
Many prehistoric arrowheads were made by shaping stone through what process?
Answer: Flintknapping
Bonus fact: Flintknapping removes flakes from stone to shape sharp tools.
What term describes a deliberately shaped stone point used on arrows or spears?
Answer: Projectile point
Bonus fact: Archaeologists use projectile point for many chipped-stone weapon tips.
What part of an arrow is the pointed end that strikes the target?
Answer: Arrowhead
Bonus fact: The arrowhead, or point, is attached to the front of the shaft.
What evidence shows Ötzi died violently?
Answer: Arrowhead lodged in his shoulder
Bonus fact: An arrow injury likely contributed to his death.