7. Africa, 1100-1980 CE
The Purpose Of Art From Daily Use To Performance — Quiz
Test your understanding of the purpose of art from daily use to performance with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
In many African societies, what is one common purpose of objects used in daily life that also function as art?
Question 2
Which term best describes a performance in which art is experienced through live action, movement, sound, or ritual?
Question 3
Why might a mask be important in African art even when it is not meant to be hung on a wall or displayed by itself?
Question 4
What is one reason many African artworks are described as having both utilitarian and artistic value?
Question 5
Which example best shows art serving a daily-use purpose in Africa, 1100–1980 CE?