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Minkisi that are shaped like fierce hunters, believed by the people of the Kongo to seek out and punish wrongdoers, are called:
 
  A. nowo.
  B. masjid.
  C. muqarnas.
  D. nkisi.
  E. minkondi.

Question 2

Which of the following cultures survives today?
 
  A. Nubian
  B. Nok
  C. Etruscan
  D. Benin
  E. Byzantine


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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

E
Minkondi start as plain carved figures, but materials are added to their surface to empower them.

Answer to Question 2

D
The kingdom of Benin began to take shape during the 13th century and continues to the present day under a dynasty of rulers that dates back to the first century of its existence.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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