Final Quiz African Art - Art Explora Academy

In the Fang and Kota cultures of the Gabon, important deceased people are kept …

In coffins. In reliquary baskets. In joint graves. In solid gold boxes.

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Animism means believing in …

The absence of a soul. The superiority of animals over humans. Spirits, who were seen as secondary deities. A deity called Animi.

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The visual arts scene in Africa today …

Is extremely dynamic and diverse, mixing tradition and breakaway concepts. Is generally part of the development of traditional art. Had disappeared, profiting musical artists. Totally rejects traditional art.

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“Wax” fabrics get their name from …

The Latin world for “Colour”. The English word “Wax”. The German word for “Whale”. The Dutch word for “A little”.

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The sub-saharan African country whose history we are the most familiar with today is …

Zimbabwe. Mali. Nigeria. South Africa.

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Why are ancestors revered in animist traditions? To …

Prevent them from causing trouble. Reach Paradise. Be reincarnated. Obtaining favors.

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The “boli” that Griaule and Leiris brought back to France was acquired …

Bought with gold. Stolen. Given. Sold by auction.

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The treasures pillaged by colonial troops in Dahomey …

Were restituted to Bénin. Were bought from Bénin. Were returned to Bénin in 1945. Have mostly not been restored today.

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In many African cultures, masks are …

Primarily, warriors' accessories. Art objects not designed for being work. Mediums through which spirits manifested themselves. Accessories for traditional parties.

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Why are nails stuck into Minkisi statues ? To …

Embellish them. Deter thiefs. Activate their magic. Make them more solid.

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