CLEAN : FILE: African Mona Lisa to go on sale in London on Wednesday

CLEAN : FILE: African Mona Lisa to go on sale in London on Wednesday

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Interactive Video

Arts, History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the journey of a painting shipped to Nigeria, highlighting its extraordinary growth trajectory. It narrates the artist's encounter with a beautiful princess, unaware of her royal status, and the unveiling of the original oil painting in North London. The painting is likened to the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb, marking a significant moment. The video concludes by emphasizing the cultural reconciliation between the Yoruba princess and the artist Benamou, from different ethnic groups, symbolizing national unity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial destination of the artwork mentioned in the video?

Nigeria

North London

South Africa

Egypt

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the woman that the artist wanted to paint?

A local merchant

A Yoruba princess

A famous actress

A renowned singer

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the portrait of the Yoruba princess unveiled?

Lagos

New York

Paris

North London

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the ethnic background of the artist, Benamou?

Zulu

Hausa

Igbo

Yoruba

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the connection between the artist and the princess symbolize?

Economic growth

Artistic rivalry

National reconciliation

Cultural appropriation