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