1. Asses the importance of art and culture in Africa

2.  Rock paintings  Woodcarvers made masks and statues for religious ceremonies  Clay, metal, and wood figures were believed to have spiritual powers  Metalworkers made bronze and iron statues

3.  Used to express religious feelings and for everyday tasks  Group singing  Drums, whistles, horns, flutes  Spirituals- gospel songs

4.  Dance was communication with spirits and express life  Had dances that marked stages of life

5.  Enslaved Africans escaped and told stories  Those who heard them retold the stories  Retold stories of heroes