Arts of Africa (Quiz by Charlene Reyes)
Explore the Arts of Africa Quiz
Test your knowledge of African art with this engaging quiz! Dive into the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions spanning over a thousand ethnic groups across the continent.
Whether you're a student of art, history, or just a curious learner, this quiz offers:
- 25 multiple choice questions
- Insights into traditional African practices
- Fun and educational content for all ages
Most African art was made to be used in what manner?
Sacred context
Secular context
Both options are correct
There are over 1000 ethnic groups in Africa.
True
False
Early African art can be found in _______.
Cave wells
Rock shelters
Both options are correct
The oldest known African artworks are prehistoric paintings found in Namibia.
True
False
The oldest sculptures also come from Ancient ______.
Rome
Greece
China
Egypt
Carving wood is NOT common in West and Central Africa.
True
False
Early African artists would craft wooden objects such as :
Spoons
Tools
Musical instruments
All of the above
African artists created masks out of clay.
True
False
What material did they use to make masks?
Carved stone
Wood
Dried mud
Shells
Through belief, the forehead is the “seat of knowledge”.
True
False
Women traditionally worked with soft materials. Which was NOT a material used?
Fibers
Clay
Moss
Beads
Women are the homebuilders in many places throughout Africa.
True
False
Groups living in the desert often used materials such as :
Stone, bones, & clay
Leather, beads, & paint
Both options are correct
Oromo women utilized hairstyles, jewelry, and face paint to express their identity and genealogy.
True
False
What form of art identifies a man’s age grade or social organization?
Crafted masks
Body paint
Beaded jewelry
Nuba body scarring can communicate courage.
True
False
Early encounters with Europeans were often recorded in art.
True
False
What material did explorers call “white gold”?
Ivory
Shells
Crystals
Saltcellars were crafted by West African Carvers.
True
False
1880 European powers had no interest in Africa’s resources.
True
False
During the slave trade and colonization, some artists created artwork to cope with the horrific experiences.
True
False
African art aesthetics have an ethical or religious basis.
True
False
What is the most common subject found in every media of African art?
Animals
The sun
The human figure
The ocean
Many African artworks were/are created to serve what function(s)?
Social
Religious
Political
All of the above
The Ere Ibeji style emphasized ALL features EXCEPT :
Conical head
Elaborate hairstyles
Roundness of the eyes
Sharp nose
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