Indigenous Symbols and Their Meanings

Indigenous Symbols and Their Meanings

8th Grade

21 Qs

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Indigenous Symbols and Their Meanings

Indigenous Symbols and Their Meanings

Assessment

Quiz

Arts

8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Steph Riccardi

Used 1+ times

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21 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the symbol 'Circle with two lines extending' represent?

A) Rain

B) Mother Earth

C) Waterholes or rivers

D) People

Answer explanation

The symbol 'Circle with two lines extending' represents 'People' in various cultural contexts, indicating community or social connections, making option D the correct choice.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'U-shaped symbol with dots' commonly represent?

A) Rain

B) Mother Earth

C) Waterholes or rivers

J) Tracks or footsteps

Answer explanation

The 'U-shaped symbol with dots' is commonly interpreted as representing tracks or footsteps, indicating movement or paths taken, which aligns with choice J.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do 'Spirals with radiating lines' symbolize?

A) Rain

B) Mother Earth

E) Creator beings

D) People

Answer explanation

'Spirals with radiating lines' symbolize Creator beings, representing the dynamic and creative forces of the universe. This imagery often reflects the connection between the spiritual and physical realms.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do 'Wavy lines' mimic?

A) Rain

B) Mother Earth

C) Waterholes or rivers

D) People

Answer explanation

'Wavy lines' mimic the movement of rain as it falls, creating a visual representation of raindrops and their patterns. This makes option A) Rain the correct choice.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The outline boundary of a shape is called:

Perimeter

Area

Volume

Surface

Answer explanation

The outline boundary of a shape is known as the perimeter. It measures the total distance around the shape, distinguishing it from area (space within), volume (3D space), and surface (outer layer).

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fill in the blank: _______ is used for size comparison in art and design.

Proportion

Color

Texture

Shape

Answer explanation

Proportion refers to the relationship in size between different elements in art and design. It is essential for creating balance and harmony, making it the correct choice for size comparison.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fill in the blank: _______ involves organized repetition in art and design.

Pattern

Color

Texture

Shape

Answer explanation

Pattern involves organized repetition in art and design, creating a visual rhythm. Unlike color, texture, or shape, which focus on individual elements, pattern specifically refers to the arrangement and repetition of these elements.

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