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1. What is the name of the traditional dance performed by the Dogon people of Mali?

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Dogon Ginna is a traditional dance performed by the Dogon people of Mali, usually accompanied by music and masks.

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Enhance your understanding of African Art through this image-based learning tool. Explore key terms and definitions integral to African artistic expressions and cultural significance. Ideal for students and enthusiasts eager to deepen their knowledge in art history and cultural studies.

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2. What is a Dogon Mask?

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Dogon masks are an important cultural symbol for the Dogon people of Mali, used in various ceremonies and rituals.

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3. What is Binu in the Dogon culture?

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In the Dogon culture, Binu refers to a shrine where rituals and ceremonies are performed.

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4. What is the meaning of the Dogon Sigi great mask?
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5. What is the significance of the Dogon - Satimbe Mask?

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The Dogon - Satimbe Mask holds cultural significance in African Dogon rituals, particularly in representing the ideal of womanhood within their community.

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6. What is the significance of the Dogon Kanaga Mask?

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The Dogon Kanaga Mask is a sacred object used in religious ceremonies and represents the spirit of the great masquerade in Dogon culture.

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7. Who is known for his wood carvings and sculptures and was born in the late 19th century in Ise, Nigeria?

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Olowe of Ise was a renowned Nigerian sculptor known for his exceptional wood carvings and sculptures. He was born in Ise, Nigeria in 1873 and his works are highly regarded for their artistic and cultural significance.

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8. What are the veranda posts from the Palace of Ikere dated between 1910-1914 known as?

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The correct term for the veranda posts from the Palace of Ikere dated between 1910-1914 is 'Ikere masquerades posts'. These unique posts were an important architectural element of the palace.

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9. What are the Veranda posts from Palace of Ikere from 1910-1914 made of?

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The Veranda posts from Palace of Ikere, 1910-1914 are made of wood, not stone, metal, or concrete.

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10. What year were the veranda posts from the Palace of Ikere created?

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The veranda posts from the Palace of Ikere were created between 1910 and 1914, making them truly historic artifacts.

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11. In which year was the Palace door at Ise constructed?

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The Palace door at Ise was constructed between 1904-1910, making it the correct answer.

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12. What is the title and date of the art piece featuring a palace door at Ise?

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The correct answer refers to an art piece that depicts a palace door at Ise between the years 1904 and 1910.

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13. When was the Palace door at Ise built?

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The correct answer is 1904-1910, as the Palace door at Ise was constructed during this time period according to historical records.

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14. What is the significance of the Palace door at Ikere between 1910-1914?

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The Palace door at Ikere from 1910-1914 was not built as a residence for the local ruler, a gate to a sacred temple, or a venue for traditional ceremonies. Instead, it held deep historical and cultural significance during this era.

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15. Who designed the Palace door at Ikere between 1910-1914?

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The correct answer is Olowe of Ise, a renowned Yoruba artist known for his intricate wood carvings and architectural designs.

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16. What time period does early 20th century refer to?

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The early 20th century is generally considered to cover the time from the beginning of the 20th century until the end of World War II in 1945.

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17. Approximately what year is represented by ca. 1925?

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The term 'ca.' stands for 'circa', which means approximately. Therefore, ca. 1925 would refer to around the year 1925.

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18. What is the title of the 1988 oil on canvas painting by Trigo Piula Ta Tele?

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The question specifically asks for the title of the painting, which is 'Trigo Piula Ta Tele.' The other options provide either a combination of the year and medium of the painting or a reversed version of the correct answer.

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19. Who is the artist of the painting 'Piula Materna' created in 1984 on oil canvas?

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The artist of the painting 'Piula Materna' created in 1984 on oil canvas is unknown, as no specific artist is credited with this work.

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20. What is the title of this artwork?

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The correct title of this artwork is 'Gold @ All Costs', it is not related to sunflowers, ocean waves, or cityscapes.

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21. What is the title of this painting by Mark Tansey: Unfair Exchange  2007, acrylic on canvas?

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The correct title of the painting by Mark Tansey is 'Unfair Exchange', depicting a scene of a group of individuals engaging in an unfair transaction.

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22. What is the title, dimensions, and medium of the artwork described as Crossroads South AfricaPhilani Printing Project Stop Aids 2000 acrylic on cotton 56 x 72 inches?

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The correct answer describes the title, location, project, year, medium, and size of the artwork. The incorrect answers provide different titles, locations, mediums, and dimensions, showcasing the importance of paying attention to details when interpreting artwork descriptions.

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23. What organization initiated the campaign 'Pikoko Down with rape at schools' in 1999?

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The correct answer is 'Pikoko', as they were the organization behind the campaign mentioned in the question.

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24. Sturrman Say No to Domestic Abuse 1998.

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The question seems to be incomplete as it does not have a clear answer provided. As it stands, it cannot be considered a valid question for a multiple-choice format. The question should be revised to include a statement or question that has a specific answer.

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25. What is the title and year of the movie in which Dyanti Taxi is involved in violence?

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The correct answer is Dyanti Taxi 1998, as mentioned in the question. The other options are not relevant to the given clue of Dyanti Taxi being involved in violence in 1998.

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What is the name of the traditional dance performed by the Dogon...
What is a Dogon Mask?
What is Binu in the Dogon culture?
What is the meaning of the Dogon Sigi great mask?
What is the significance of the Dogon - Satimbe Mask?
What is the significance of the Dogon Kanaga Mask?
Who is known for his wood carvings and sculptures and was born in the...
What are the veranda posts from the Palace of Ikere dated between...
What are the Veranda posts from Palace of Ikere from 1910-1914 made...
What year were the veranda posts from the Palace of Ikere created?
In which year was the Palace door at Ise constructed?
What is the title and date of the art piece featuring a palace door at...
When was the Palace door at Ise built?
What is the significance of the Palace door at Ikere between...
Who designed the Palace door at Ikere between 1910-1914?
What time period does early 20th century refer to?
Approximately what year is represented by ca. 1925?
What is the title of the 1988 oil on canvas painting by Trigo Piula Ta...
Who is the artist of the painting 'Piula Materna' created in...
What is the title of this artwork?
What is the title of this painting by Mark Tansey: Unfair Exchange...
What is the title, dimensions, and medium of the artwork described as...
What organization initiated the campaign 'Pikoko Down with rape at...
Sturrman Say No to Domestic Abuse 1998.
What is the title and year of the movie in which Dyanti Taxi is...
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