What was the inspiration for Grace Ndiritu's Still Life: White Textiles?
a) an exhibition of work by Henri Matisse in 2005 in London
b) traditional Yoruban rituals
c) erotic puppet shows
d) the action paintings of Jackson Pollock
Answer: a
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Egyptian sculpture maintained a similar look over many centuries because:
a) a specific set of conventions dictated artistic representations. b) the Egyptian civilization was isolated from outside influences. c) artists were trained by a central school overseen by the pharaoh. d) religious beliefs restricted artists to portray only royalty and gods.
The Third World film genre known in African cinema as the "return to the sources":
A. portrayed the experiences of individuals cut off from their roots and reflecting upon their native countries from abroad. B. examined historical mass struggles against imperialism. C. drew on folklore, myth, and ritual to reflect critically upon native traditions or contemporary politics. D. reflected upon filmmakers' schooling in Europe or the United States.
Coffering was a useful architectural device in that it performed what function?
A. helped expand interior space B. helped lighten the weight of a dome or arch C. supplied an accurate means of measurement for the Romans D. enabled extensive road systems to be built
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Who is the subject of this painting?
A. Shah Jahan B. Akbar C. Jaswant Singh D. Jahangir