Question

In Africa, the creation of artwork and other handcrafted items is divided by gender. This means that __________.
A.
different social classes create different items needed by the tribe
B.
different materials are used by men and women, and each creates different types of items
C.
different ethnic groups create different artwork, baskets, and masks
D.
different items will be found in west Africa than in central Africa

Answer 1

B. Different materials are used by men and women, and each creates different types of items — the division of labor by gender assigns different crafts (e.g., men carving masks/woodwork, women weaving, pottery, basketry).