11. <span>Polytheism was probably
an extension of animism, which shows up in a lot of native African religions.
As for monotheism, well many slave-sellers were Muslims and many slave-buyers
were Christians. 12. </span><span>Art was used to
celebrate African religious beliefs ,told stories ,and served. 13. By letting them know that </span><span> family is also a part of a larger segment of more distant cousins and their families, who will stand with each other when attacked by outsiders.</span>