Question 1

Senufo men dance many masks, most in the context of the Poro society. Which of the following describes this society?

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A)   An association for clan elders
B)   An association for wives
C)   An association for socialization and male initiation
D)   An association for socialization and female initiationE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 2

What characterizes African art?

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African art is characterized b...

Question 3

Describe the purpose of these two constructions.

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Ala and Amadioha, Igbo , and Togu na, Do...

Question 4

How do these people represent their personalities?

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Samburu . These men and women exemplify ...

Question 5

What are waka sran?

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A)   Masks of the dead ancestors, Baule
B)   First ancestors, Dogon
C)   People of wood, Baule
D)   Female spirits, MendeE) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Why do many African groups venerate their ancestors?

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They venerate their ancestors for the co...

Question 7

Briefly describe African art production.

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It was gender specific until recently. M...

Question 8

Most figures and masks are visualizations of which of the following?

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A)   Political forces
B)   Supernatural forces
C)   Natural occurrences
D)   RoyaltyE) A) and B)
F) All of the above B

Question 9

How do Dogon masquerades assist in the transformations of the deceased?

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The deceased person is changed...

Question 10

Contrast Kuba and Senufo masks. How does each function within its respective society?

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Kuba and Senufo masks are both important...

Question 11

Describe the roles of men and women in African societies. How do these roles affect the art forms? How are the roles changing, and what impact do these changes have on the art forms? Use examples to support your essay.

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In traditional African societies, the ro...

Question 12

The royal ancestral shrine of the Benin represents both the kings and the enduring nature of kingship. Which of the following characteristics represents this notion?

Accepted Answer

A)   The carved elephant tusks reveal the enduring nature of kingship.
B)   The durability of the material reiterates the enduring nature of kingship.
C)   The carved elephant tusks stand guard over the enduring nature of kingship.
D)   The placement of the heads reiterates the enduring nature of kingship.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D) B

Question 13

Describe the use of personal adornment to indicate social status in Africa. How does it reflect cultural values? Use examples to support your essay.

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Personal adornment in Africa has long be...

Question 14

Rock painting was among the most ancient traditions in African art and continued into the 19th century. Some scenes depict the presence of Europeans. Many examples have been found in which of the following countries?

Accepted Answer

A)   Zaire
B)   South Africa
C)   Benin
D)   GabonE) A) and B)
F) All of the above B

Question 15

What was the principal transportation route for the peoples of central Africa during the 19th century, fostering trade and cultural exchange?

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A)   The Trans-African Railroad
B)   The Nile River
C)   The Congo River
D)   The Yombe RoadwayE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

The Akan akua'ba sculptures are consecrated at shrines for young women to carry in order to ____.

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A)   placate the great spirits
B)   ensure a good harvest
C)   ensure the safe delivery of a healthy and handsome child
D)   ward off the crocodile spirit of adversityE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

How do Mende masks symbolize the ancestral female spirits?

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A)   The glistening black surfaces of the masks evoke the ancestral female spirits.
B)   The dove forms atop the masks evoke the ancestral female spirits.
C)   The wide-open eyes of the masks evoke the ancestral female spirits.
D)   The cowrie-shell headdresses atop the masks evoke the ancestral female spirits.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

What is being expressed in this representation?

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Throne and footstool of King Nsangu, Bam...

Question 19

What is the function of this figure?

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Nkisi n'kondi, Kongo . The nai...

Question 20

Dogon masquerades dramatize creation legends. What does Dogon legend say about the creation of the masquerade?

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Dogon legend states that women were the ...

Exam 37: Africa, 1800 to 1980

Senufo men dance many masks, most in the context of the Poro society. Which of the following describes this society?

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What characterizes African art?

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Describe the purpose of these two constructions.

Correct AnswerverifiedAla and Amadioha, Igbo , and Togu na, Do...View AnswerShow Answer

How do these people represent their personalities?

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What are waka sran?

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Why do many African groups venerate their ancestors?

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Briefly describe African art production.

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Most figures and masks are visualizations of which of the following?

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How do Dogon masquerades assist in the transformations of the deceased?

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Contrast Kuba and Senufo masks. How does each function within its respective society?

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Describe the roles of men and women in African societies. How do these roles affect the art forms? How are the roles changing, and what impact do these changes have on the art forms? Use examples to support your essay.

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The royal ancestral shrine of the Benin represents both the kings and the enduring nature of kingship. Which of the following characteristics represents this notion?

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Describe the use of personal adornment to indicate social status in Africa. How does it reflect cultural values? Use examples to support your essay.

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Rock painting was among the most ancient traditions in African art and continued into the 19th century. Some scenes depict the presence of Europeans. Many examples have been found in which of the following countries?

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What was the principal transportation route for the peoples of central Africa during the 19th century, fostering trade and cultural exchange?

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The Akan akua'ba sculptures are consecrated at shrines for young women to carry in order to ____.

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How do Mende masks symbolize the ancestral female spirits?

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What is being expressed in this representation?

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What is the function of this figure?

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Dogon masquerades dramatize creation legends. What does Dogon legend say about the creation of the masquerade?

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