9.2 Micronesian Art

• What are the four major archipelagos of Micronesia?

  Federated States, Marshall Islands, Palau, Kiribati
• Seafaring culture is a prominent theme in Micronesian art.
• Micronesian art uses materials such as wood, natural fibers, shells, and coconut
• Order the techniques used in Micronesian art:

  1️⃣ Weaving

  2️⃣ Carving

  3️⃣ Assembling
• Why are metals and stones less common in Micronesian art?

  Tropical climate and limited land
• Themes of maritime mythology appear in Micronesian art.
• Micronesian art transforms local materials through techniques such as weaving, carving, and assembling
• What are common themes in Micronesian art that reflect its seafaring culture?

  Ocean travel, navigation, mythology
• Match the material with its symbolism in Micronesian art:

  Wood ↔️ Power, authority

  Natural Fibers ↔️ Daily necessities, symbolic value

  Shells ↔️ Beauty, wealth

  Coconut Husks ↔️ Utility, craftsmanship
• Wood in Micronesian art often symbolizes power and authority.
• Micronesian art often reflects the region's seafaring culture
• What materials are commonly used in Micronesian art?

  Wood, fibers, shells, husks
• Match the material with its symbolism in Micronesian art:

  Wood ↔️ Power, authority

  Natural fibers ↔️ Daily necessities

  Shells ↔️ Beauty, wealth
• Common themes in Micronesian art include ocean travel, navigational skills, and maritime mythology
• Micronesian art reflects the region's tropical climate.
• Order the common techniques used in Micronesian art:

  1️⃣ Weaving

  2️⃣ Carving

  3️⃣ Assembling
• Match the material with its technique and cultural significance in Micronesian art:

  Wood ↔️ Carving, power

  Natural fibers ↔️ Weaving, daily necessities

  Shells ↔️ Assembling, beauty

  Coconut husks ↔️ Molding, utility
• Key Micronesian art forms include navigation charts, ceremonial objects, and body adornment
• What materials are used to create Micronesian navigation charts?

  Wood, fibers
• Art in Micronesian societies is purely decorative and has no cultural significance.

  False
• Match the function of Micronesian art with its example:

  Ritual ↔️ Ceremonial masks

  Social ↔️ Headdresses

  Practical ↔️ Woven mats
• Micronesia's limited land area and tropical climate influence the use of natural materials
• Which archipelago in Micronesia is known for nautical themes in its art?

  Marshall Islands
• Coconut husks in Micronesian art symbolize utility and craftsmanship.
• Match the material with its symbolic meaning in Micronesian art:

  Wood ↔️ Power, authority

  Natural fibers ↔️ Daily necessities

  Shells ↔️ Beauty, wealth

  Coconut husks ↔️ Craftsmanship
• What is the primary cultural theme reflected in Micronesian art?

  Seafaring culture
• Wood is used in Micronesian art for carving ceremonial masks and sculptures
• Natural fibers are used in Micronesian art for weaving mats and clothing.
• Match the material with its cultural symbolism in Micronesian art:

  Wood ↔️ Power, authority

  Natural fibers ↔️ Community bonds

  Shells ↔️ Beauty, wealth

  Coconut husks ↔️ Utility, craftsmanship
• Order the key Micronesian art forms based on their purpose or use:

  1️⃣ Navigation Charts

  2️⃣ Ceremonial Objects

  3️⃣ Body Adornment
• Navigation charts in Micronesian art are detailed maps of sea routes made from sticks tied together.
• What is the cultural significance of body adornment in Micronesian art?

  Express identity, status
• Art in Micronesian societies is integral to ritual, social, and practical aspects of life
• Ceremonial masks in Micronesian art are used to honor ancestors or invoke spirits.
• What is an example of art used for practical purposes in Micronesian societies?

  Woven mats
• Micronesian art has significantly influenced contemporary art and design
• The intricate patterns of Micronesian weaving have influenced modern textile design.
• Which technique in Micronesian art has inspired sculptural forms in furniture design?

  Carving
• The decorative use of shells in Micronesian art has influenced the use of organic materials in sustainable design
• Recurring symbols of the sea in Micronesian art have influenced modern graphic design and cartography.