Reading Explorer 2: Unit 4

Reading 4A

Which of the following was one of the first items added to the intangible cultural heritage list?

• Arabic coffee

• Korean kimchi

• Sicilian Puppet Theater

• Japanese Wadaiko

Which of the following could NOT be added to the intangible cultural heritage list?

• flute music from Peru

• a historic bridge in Paris

• an Irish poetry festival

• Japanese washi paper-making

Which of the following is true about a Tlemcen wedding?

• The main ceremony takes place in the bride’s parents’ home.

• Female family members help the bride prepare for the event.

• The bride takes off her veil before leaving the house.

• The bride and groom take part in a dancing ritual.

Why does the author mention Al Sadu?

• to show that traditional weaving is still popular in Bedouin culture

• to give an example of an intangible item that could soon disappear

• to show how the UNESCO list is already achieving success

• to promote peace through the cultural traditions

Check all the intangible cultural items for:

Regional food and drink

• Arabic coffee

• Al Sadu

• Mediterranean diet

• Flamenco

Check all the intangible cultural items for:

Performing arts

• Washi

• Al Sadu

• Tlemcen wedding ritual

• Flamenco

Check all the intangible cultural items for:

Handicrafts

• Washi

• Al Sadu

• Tlemcen wedding ritual

• Dragon Boat Festival

Check all the intangible cultural items for:

Cultural events

• Washi

• Al Sadu

• Tlemcen wedding ritual

• Dragon Boat Festival

The Wodaabe come together for an important cultural e ___________ called the geerewol.

Young Wodaabe men paint their faces with makeup, and w ___________ their heads in colorful headwear.