ART-110-160 Chapter Eighteen

Two of the most sustained art-producing cultures of Africa, including the kingdom of Benin, likely drew influence from which regional culture?

Nok.

The bronze sculpture of a Yoruba king was intended to represent __________.

The outer, physical reality that can be perceived through the senses

Which of the following is the most relevant statement about an African masquerade?

"You do not stand in one place to watch a masquerade."

The gold ornament from a Kushan royal tomb features a ram's head, a symbol of the solar deity __________.

Amun

Which area was NOT part of East Africa? a. Nublia b. Egypt c. Kush d. Arabia

Arabia.

Which of the following artistic pursuits do Islamic cultures hold in markedly high esteem?

Book arts.

What describes the decoration that characterizes the Qur'an?

Calligraphy of words in text.

Mihrab

Empty niche set into the far wall of the interior

Qibla

Indicates the direction toward Mecca

Which of the following statements correctly defines the origins of Islam?

Islam arose during the 7th century C.E. when the angel Gabriel was believed to have revealed the word of God to the Prophet Muhammad.

How does Islamic mosaic decoration contrast from that of Byzantine mosaic decoration?

Islamic decoration forbids any representational imagery.

The architectural form ___________ was developed in Persian palaces to mark the entry to royal reception halls; during the 12th century it was adapted to the construction of mosques.

Iwan

Domes

Mark the prayer hall's central aisle

Minkisi can come in many forms, but what distinguishes them from other artworks?

Minkisi are containers that, when used by a ritual specialist, can harness the powers of the dead.

Which of the following are used to execute the power of the nkondi figures?

Mirrors, nails and blades, and hunting nets.

The Berber people occupied which of the following areas?

Morocco, Algeria, and Spain.

Which of the following statements best articulates the obstacles one faces in viewing African art in a museum?

Much of the art of Africa was not meant to be seen in isolation, meaning much of the context is lost to the viewer.

Much of the history of African art has been lost due to the __________ nature of the materials that were commonly used.

Perishable

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with a mosque? a. Place of worship and congregational power b. Sun-dried brick construction around a central courtyard c. Resemblance of the original house of the Prophet Muhammad d. Reference to an open porch made of palm trunks supporting a roof of palms e. Residence of holy men and home for travelers

Residence of holy men and home for travelers .

The African art of the masquerade is one of __________ agency.

Spiritual

The ijele ceremony consists of many materials, including which of the following?

Tassels, mirrors, and flowers.

Where was the blue lamp originally found?

The Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem.

Muhammad's emigration from the city of Mecca to the city of Medina is honored and remembered in what way?

The event is the beginning of the Islamic calendar and marks the year one.

What characteristics are common the all mosques?

They are oriented toward Mecca, and a crier calls the faithful to prayer five times a day.

Minaret

Tower that the crier calls the faithful to prayer from

What was true about the roles of women in Yoruba society?

Women are considered to possess tremendous power because they have the ability to produce life.