Masks have a long history of use. They have been are worn as disguises in intrigue and the committing of crimes; for fun and entertainment, as at costume parties and masquerades; Mardi-gras; Halloween; & Japanese theatre; they are also worn for spiritual reasons when aspecting a god, goddess, spirit or elemental; and when performing in specific rites & rituals.
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Most African masks were worn and made in the early 250-400 a.d. in Africa.
Masks are not worn on All Saints Day. They are worn on All Hallows Eve - Halloween.
it is worn to allow a venetian to escape his or her identity
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Indonesians
Maori masks were traditionally worn by the indigenous Maori people of New Zealand during ceremonial rituals and performances. These masks were often made from wood or woven materials and were worn during important occasions, such as festivals, dances, and storytelling events. The exact time period when Maori masks were worn extends back several centuries to before the arrival of European settlers in New Zealand.
Venetian masks are traditionally worn during the Carnival of Venice. The Carnival of Venice is an annual Italian festival held in the city of Venice, with the masks being a main feature.
Masks have been worn from ancient times. Witness Tutankhamen for instance.
Masks are worn for many reasons, from religious ceremony to theatre performance, and even to hide the face of a criminal. Click the link to go to the main WikiPedia article about masks.
Surgical masks are worn by Japanese people who are ill, so that they do not spread their germs to others around them.