The power of this figure is activated by

impaling the figure with metal.

The decorations on the body of Running horned woman are interpreted as

special markings applied for ritual, rite, or ceremony

The idealized features of the Bundu mask suggest that

intelligence and discretion define the ideal woman

What do the Veranda post and the Winged Victory of Samothrace have in common?

They both symbolize female power

What are ikenga figures?

a shrine figure of male attributes of the Igbo people

A similarity between the veranda post, golden stool, and ikenga figure are

each has a device to symbolize honor and power

Byeri such as this one primarily guarded relics such as

the bones of important members of society and ancestors.

The Bamileke wore the Aka to

honor and celebrate the power of the Fon.

What is the function of the wall plaque from Oba’s palace

to tell of stories, lineage, and histories

Great Zimbabwe had many functions, including all of the following EXCEPT

a military fortress used to keep out invaders

What was the function of the Lukasa memory board?

The Mbuye Society's way of recording their history

How is the Lukasa memory board used?

hold it in left hand and trace with the right index finger.

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Content Area 6: Africa 2020

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1
The power of this figure is activated by
performing a ritual dance and puppet show.
being carried in a procession.
impaling the figure with metal.
the sacred objects inserted inside.
2
The stone walls of Great Zimbabwe exemplify the use of:
mud-baked brick
large barrel vaults
ashlar masonry
flying buttresses to support massive walls
3
The Chokwe society that produced this mask was
located in what is today the Ivory Coast.
All of the above.
matrilineal.
shaped by the belief that their ruler was divine.
4
Ndop sculptures functioned as
ritual pestles
royal portraits of kings
grave markers
teaching aides for female initiations
5
What do the ostrich eggs at the top of the pillars at the Great Mosque of Djenne represent?
fertility and purity
modesty and wisdom
Mali culture and trade
Symbols of the Ashanti nation
6
The decorations on the body of Running horned woman are interpreted as
how a woman would dress for a marriage
special markings applied for ritual, rite, or ceremony
decorations put on a body before burial
an every day look for the neolithic woman
7
We can tell the ndop presents an idealized portrait of a ruler based on this visual cue:
The depiction of his ibol on a drum
His calm, relaxed features.
The disproportionately large head
All of the above.
8
The stones of the Great Enclosure and conical towers at Great Zimbabwe are arranged in
courses of ashlar masonry.
post and lintel construction.
mortared levels.
rows.
9
What is an Ikenga?
It is a soldier
It is a horned deity
A king of the town
It is a shaman
10
The iconography of the Kuba Ndop suggests:
ideal kingship
religious authority
military status
ancestral authority
11
The idealized features of the Bundu mask suggest that
hairstyles must be elaborate.
women help the community connect with the spirit world
intelligence and discretion define the ideal woman
women should be seen and not heard.
12
The sika dwa kofi (Golden Stool) represents
the soul of the Asante people.
an invitation for God to sit with the tribal elders.
the sacred seat for honored visitors.
the power of the Asante king.
13
The following are true of the Great Mosque of Djenne EXCEPT:
it has been built 3 times
its facade is composed of three towers that act as minarets
it is a 4-iwan plan
it was commissioned by the first Muslim king in 1200 CE
14
One unusual aspect of this mask is
it was created by a Western artist
It was used for entertainment
it was made to be sold for trade
it was used only after the person died
15
The purpose of the Benin Wall Plaque was to
tell about spiritual rituals
tell about important ancestors
tell about royal lineage
tell about royal wealth
16
Running Horned woman is in what pose?
contraposto
profile view
downward dog
composite/twisted view
17
Among other things, this Mblo idealizes the following quality:
all of the above
modesty
wisdom
old age
18
Nkisi n'kondi figures are used by
Military leaders & warriors
The royal family
Kongo elders & wise men
Priests & ritual specialists
19
Which culture created the Ikenga (shrine figure)?
Luba (DRC)
Ashante (Ghana)
Igbo (Nigeria)
Kongo (DRC)
20
What do the Veranda post and the Winged Victory of Samothrace have in common?
They both symbolize female power
They both depict goddesses
They are both made of wood
They both show figures in motion
21
What are ikenga figures?
a Kongo power figure
a Mayan figure half-sitting and half-lying on his back
a reliquary guardian figure in the art of the Fang people
a shrine figure of male attributes of the Igbo people
22
A similarity between the veranda post, golden stool, and ikenga figure are
each are made of cherry tree wood
each symbolize the bond between man and woman
each were given to their people by the heavens
each has a device to symbolize honor and power
23
The Great Mosque of Djenne is made of what?
Stucco
Granite
Terra cotta
Mudbrick
24
Byeri such as this one primarily guarded relics such as
St. Sebastian's molar.
sacred objects presented to priests by the gods.
legendary weapons of great warriors.
the bones of important members of society and ancestors.
25
The Great Mosque of Djenne hosts a ceremony for
The summer solstice
Monthly prayer rituals
Communal Ceremonies
Replastering
26
What is the function of the power figure (Nkisi n’kondi)?
part of rituals
all of the above
used as a mediator
body holds medicine
27
To demonstrate the relative importance of the king, the sculptor employed
precious and expensive materials.
hierarchical scale.
deep relief carving.
lost wax casting.
28
Bieri sculptures served what function in Fang society?
A reflection of the Fang's desire 4 balance in the universe
Guardians of ancestral relics.
A focal point for meditation & veneration of ancestors
All of the above
29
The veranda post depicts
the king and his spirit guide.
a mother and child.
the queen with her servants.
the king and his senior wife.
30
The Bamileke wore the Aka to
honor and celebrate the power of the Fon.
enable the shaman to spiritually transform into an animal.
honor and revere the mighty elephant.
ensure a successful leopard hunt.
31
Based on the content and style this piece is most likely a
Ndop
Portrait mask
Ikenga
Power figure
32
What is the function of the wall plaque from Oba’s palace
to depict the epic tales of the Minions
to tell of stories, lineage, and histories
to exert the power of Emperor Abdu
33
Who can read the Lukasa memory board?
Only the women
All Luba people
Only a few elite people
Only the king
34
The Bundu mask is different among African masks because it is
created by skilled craftspeople.
danced by women.
all of the above.
part of an initiation ritual.
35
What animal is depicted on the Apollo 11 stones?
Composite
Gazelle
Jaguar
Wolf
36
Where did the Golden Stool originate?
sent from the sky by the gods
brought from the jungle by the king's priest and counselor
brought from the mountain by the king's priest and counselor
brought from the sea by the king's priest and counselor
37
Great Zimbabwe had many functions, including all of the following EXCEPT
a military fortress used to keep out invaders
a storehouse for grain to be dispersed in times of need
an open area for ceremonial activities to take place
a royal residence of the king and his court
38
What was the function of the Lukasa memory board?
Depicting a battle between the gods and barbarians
The Mbuye Society's way of recording their history
A map of the constellations
Commemorate a fallen warrior and be placed in his grave
39
How is the Lukasa memory board used?
hold it in left hand and trace with the right index finger.
Place the newest baby of the tribe inside of it.
It is used to hold objects on the table, like a bowl
It is kept on the wall as decoration

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