Question

question 10 (multiple choice worth 3 points)
left: female deity. nukuoro, micronesia. c. 18th to 19th century. © werner forman / universal images group / imagequest 2014.
right: tlatilco female figurine. central mexico, site of tlatilco. 1200–900 b.c.e. ceramic. public domain
both sculptures use which of the following to communicate cultural values?

• light
• motion
• proportion
• space

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• "Light": These sculptures are static and don't rely on light for cultural communication (they are analyzed for form, not lighting effects).
• "Motion": Both are static sculptures, so motion is not a factor.
• "Proportion": The Female Deity (Micronesia) has a stylized, elongated proportion, and the Tlatilco Figurine has exaggerated hip/body proportions. Proportion in art refers to the relative size of parts, and both use proportion to convey cultural ideals (e.g., beauty, deity representation).
• "Space": Space relates to how art occupies or uses spatial relationships, which is not the focus here—these are about the figure’s own proportions, not space around them.

Answer:

C. Proportion