The Pacific, 700–1980 ce
The 'Female Deity' figure is from which region of the Pacific?
Polynesia
Micronesia
Melanesia
New Zealand
The Buk mask is used in dances, ceremonies, and storytelling, reflecting its:
Purely decorative role
Economic value
Role in European trade
Cultural significance and ritual purpose
Which of the following materials is MOST commonly used in the creation of traditional Pacific Island art?
Marble
Bronze
Wood
Concrete
The Pacific region includes which of the following three main cultural areas?
Hawaii, Fiji, Samoa
Polynesia, Micronesia, Melanesia
New Zealand, Easter Island, Tahiti
Tonga, Guam, Cook Islands
The Buk mask from the Torres Strait Islands is primarily made of:
Gold
Bronze
Turtle shell
Clay
How might the flexibility of Tapa cloth affect its use?
It allows it to be easily carved into sculptures.
It makes it suitable for use as clothing and ceremonial items.
It allows it to be used as a sturdy building material.
It makes it ideal for creating metal tools.
Which of the following artworks honors ancestors or deities?
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Hiapo (tapa)
Moai on platform (ahu)
Presentation of Fijian mats and tapa cloths to Queen Elizabeth II

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Which artwork represents cultural exchange?
Ahu 'ula (feather cape)
Tamati Waka Nene
Staff god
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What materials were used to create the Ahu 'ula (feather cape)?
Turtle shell and wood
Gold and precious stones
Feathers of the mamo bird and olona fiber
Basalt rock and coral
What is the main purpose of the Ahu 'ula (feather cape) in Hawaiian culture?
Everyday wear
Symbol of power and prestige
Burial shroud
Religious offering