Write about and describe the arts of Sandogo and Poro amongst the Senufo

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1) Write about and describe the arts of Sandogo and Poro amongst the Senufo. Discuss how they use sculpture, jewelry, and even architecture as a means of emphasizing gender roles in their culture. (Chapter 5 Power Point Presentation)


2) Discuss the use of masks in West Africa in general – how masks are generally forbidden for women, but women’s roles in masquerade are performed by men. Discuss the Mende and the one exception to this rule in all of Africa. (Chapter 6 Power Point Presentation)

3) Discuss the use of art in Bassari and Bidjogo age grade rituals. (Chapter 6 Power Point Presentation)


4) How do the Bamana emphasize the importance of male/female roles in their culture through using artworks as tutelary objects (teaching tools)? Discuss sculpture, masks, masquerade. (Chapter 4 Power Point Presentation)


5) Write about the Dogon Toguna – the men’s “Great Shelter.” How is it made? What is it’s purpose? (Chapter 5 Power Point Presentation) 6) Describe the unique role of twins in West Africa and Art Associated with Twins.

(Chapters 4 – 8)

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-An APA style formatted cover page.

-An Introductory Paragraph

-At least two pages of text fully answering the above questions, using spell check, proper grammar, and proper punctuation. -Be sure to pay attention to the questions I have asked!

-A Conclusion Paragraph

-A reference page formatted in APA style.