Aboriginal Art Quiz

How long have Aboriginal Australians lived on the continent?

• 65,000 years

• 10,000 years

• 100,000 years

• 25,000 years

What is the Dreamtime in Aboriginal culture?

• A period of creation by spiritual beings

• A time of exploration

• A time of celebration

• A time of war

Where were traditional Aboriginal paintings drawn?

• In books and notebooks

• On rock walls, ceremonial articles, and as body paint

• On glass and metal surfaces

• On canvas and board

What is the significance of dots in Aboriginal art?

• To represent the sun

• To represent water

• To create patterns

• To conceal sacred knowledge from white men

What do Aboriginal artists often paint in their artwork?

• Aspects of their Dreaming

• Scenes from movies

• Abstract shapes

• Famous landmarks

What is the purpose of using stencils in Aboriginal art?

• To write stories

• To create patterns and shapes

• To add texture to the artwork

• To create music

What is the basis of Aboriginal lore and culture?

• Stories from the Bible

• Stories of the Dreamtime

• Stories from ancient Greece

• Stories from Shakespeare

What percentage of the population has Aboriginal heritage?

• 3%

• 1%

• 10%

• 5%

What do Aboriginal Australians believe in?

• Superstitions

• Fairy tales

• Dreamtime

• Science fiction

What is the traditional medium for drawing Aboriginal art?

• Dirt or sand

• Watercolor

• Oil paint

• Acrylic paint