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The Significance of African Masks in Rituals and Art
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of African masks in rituals?
A) To decorate homes
B) To serve as fashion accessories
C) To facilitate communication with ancestors
D) To denote social status
  • 2. Which material is commonly used to make African masks?
A) Glass
B) Plastic
C) Wood
D) Metal
  • 3. In which context are African masks typically used?
A) Everyday activities
B) Sports events
C) Ceremonies and rituals
D) School performances
  • 4. What is required for the proper use of a mask in a ritual?
A) Commercialization
B) Carelessness and disbelief
C) Respect and understanding of its meaning
D) Superstitions
  • 5. What does the mask symbolize in many African cultures?
A) Confinement
B) Isolation
C) Stagnation
D) Transformation
  • 6. What is the significance of the colors used on African masks?
A) They often represent specific meanings and emotions
B) They are purely decorative
C) They are chosen at random
D) They reflect modern trends
  • 7. What role do masks play in healing rituals?
A) Playing games
B) Representing spirits
C) Creating artworks
D) Establishing laws
  • 8. What is the typical portrayal of facial features on traditional African masks?
A) Realistic and detailed
B) Exaggerated and stylized
C) Abstract with no features
D) Simplistically drawn
  • 9. Which continent is primarily associated with traditional mask-making?
A) Europe
B) North America
C) Asia
D) Africa
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