Q2 - ARTS 8

How did the invention of Cai Lun, which is the paper, able to contribute to the field of painting?

• It provided beautiful painting.   

• It emphasized the details of the painting.      

• It provided better output compared to the used of silk.

• It made painting more economical because it is cheaper compared to silk.

What is the theme or motif of East Asian arts and crafts?

• Artists focus on nature. 

• Artists focus on heroes and leaders.

• Artists focus on invention.  

• Artists focus on conflict and adversity.

Which of the following is not one of themes or subjects in painting in Korea?

• Minhwa  

• Landscape

• Bamboo

• Scenes from everyday life

What are the two important features of Korean landscape painting?

• Flower and animal   

• Mountain and water     

• Bamboo and stone

• Palaces and temples

Which of the following is the theme of Japanese painting?

• Animals

• Bamboos and Stones 

• Human Figures

• Scenes from everyday life

Which of the following is/are the theme/s of Chinese painting?

• Flowers and birds      

• Landscapes and animals   

• Palaces and temples

• All of these

Sheila likes to join a calligraphy contest in the school. What should she consider/practice?

• Portrait      

• Landscape     

• Minhwa     

• Beautiful Handwriting

The following are the three main types of roofs in traditional Chinese architecture, except one.

• Roof guards  

• Straight inclined 

• Multi-inclined

• Sweeping

This type of roof has curves that rise at the corners of the roof. These are usually reserved for temples, palaces, and may also be found in the homes of the wealthy.

• Roof guards 

• Straight inclined   

• Multi-inclined

• Sweeping

Why do East Asia temples and houses have roof guards?

• They believe that it will attract good things.

• They believe that it will provide them a better life.

• They believe that their temples and houses would look attractive.

• They believe that it will protect them from the elements of evil or bad spirits.