What is a Mask?  Form of disguise  Object that it worn over or in front of the face to hide an identity  Used to create another being  Ability to hide or show emotions

Who wore Masks?  Native Indians  North Americans  South Americans  Africans  Europeans  Orientals  Mexicans People from ALL around the world wore/wear masks

How were Masks made?  Masks were once made from all materials of the earth  Wood, Corn husks, Leather, Rocks, Shells, Leaves, Dirt, Natural materials from the earth, Fabric, Copper, Gold, Clay, Skulls, Wood

Are all Masks the same?  No  Masks are different for each culture, each event, and each person  Mask Usages:  Hunting  Religious  Theater/ Acting  Celebrations  Authority: King or leader wore mask

What emotions do Masks reveal?  Not all Masks are the same  Masks are created to show different emotions Mask UsageMask Emotions HuntingFear, Strength, Respect, Fierceness, Passion, Power ReligiousHoly, Sacred, Diving, Blessed, Righteous, Respect, Strength, Power Theater/ActingLaughter, Sadness, Happiness, Anger, Jealously, Serious, Whimsical, Silly CelebrationsJoy, Happy, Pleasure, Delight, Power, Strength, King/ LeaderRespect, Strength, Fear, Esteem, Power, Divine

Florida Native Indians  Who used Masks:  Calusa   Tequesta  Timucua  Miccosukee  Jeaga  Ais  Apalachee  Creek  Choctaw

What were the masks used for?  Florida Indians:  Hunting  Celebrations  Fighting  Authority  Religious

Are Masks important today? How are they used?  YES  How are Masks important today:  Used in almost everything  Theater, Medical, Protective, Occupational (Gas Mask), Sports, Disguises (Robbers), Fashion, Halloween or Scary masks Where else do we use MASKS?

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