african art terry luong. masks masks: a) what are masks used for in traditional african culture?...
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African Art
Terry Luong
Masks
Masks:A) What are masks used for in traditional
African culture? Masquerades B) What is the purpose of animal masks? To help them communicate with the spirits
who live in forests or open savannas C) What do broad foreheads symbolize?The soberness of one’s duty that comes with
power
Chokwe Masks
A) Where are the Chokwe from?
Central Africa
B) What role do spirits play in the Chokwe religion?
The ancestral spirits protect the people from intruders and evil supernatural elements
C) Sketch your favorite Chokwe Mask.
More Masks
Masks - Choice:
A) Write the name of the group of masks that you chose.
Punu
B) Describe the significance of your choice.
They are thought to represent ancestors
C) Sketch your favorite example. ?