Which category of art includes rock engravings, cave paintings, and sculpture such as wood carvings, terra-cotta, and bronze?

• A. African art
• B. Pre-Columbian art
• C. Shang Dynasty
• D. Abstract art

Answer: (A)

Rock engravings, cave paintings, and sculpture in materials like wood, terra-cotta, and bronze reflect Africa’s long tradition of artistic production across multiple media. Rock art and cave paintings are among the earliest forms of expression, documenting beliefs, daily life, and rituals, and in Africa these forms appear in various regions. The inclusion of wood carvings and metal work in terra-cotta and bronze shows the range of sculpture styles developed across different African cultures. The other options point to arts from other regions or movements that don’t collectively encompass these forms. Therefore, the category that best fits is African art.