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