Question

which of the following is not true of japanese pottery during the jomon period?
a. the pots often displayed an artistically playful spirit.
b. during the jomon period, pots were made using coil technique.
c. pieces of jomon pottery held magic powers of good fortune.
d. the pots were used mainly for cooking.

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

To determine the incorrect statement about Jomon - period Japanese pottery:

• Option a: Jomon pottery is known for its artistic and often playful designs, so this is true.
• Option b: The coil technique was indeed used to make Jomon pots, so this is true.
• Option c: There is no historical evidence that Jomon pottery had "magic powers of good fortune." This is a false claim.
• Option d: Jomon pots were mainly used for cooking and storing food, so this is true.

Answer:

C. Pieces of Jomon pottery held magic powers of good fortune.