Identify art forms that are common in western and central Africa. Why are these art forms so important to cultures in this region?

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Weaving, sculpting, carving, music, and dance are all important art forms in western and central Africa. These artistic forms serve both practical and ceremonial purposes. They often have religious meaning, and they may be used as a form of expression. Art is also often used to tell a story or as a means of worshiping a deity.