BKK Quiz 3

Which of the following best describes the Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks?

• a) Ancient manuscripts from India
• b) Preserved using meticulous methods
• c) Modern art pieces
• d) Part of Greek history

Picasso's "Guernica" was a response to:

• a) The French Revolution
• b) World War II
• c) The bombing of a Basque town during the Spanish Civil War
• d) The Renaissance period

Which of the following themes is NOT typically associated with nostalgic music?

• a) Adventure
• b) Time
• c) Reflection
• d) Love

A movie set in the 1970s might use which strategy to immerse viewers in the era?

• a) Displaying modern technology
• b) Using 21st-century music in the background
• c) Featuring songs from the 1970s
• d) Ignoring cultural references

Which modern music genre is influenced by reimagined historical settings and often features steam-powered machinery?

• Jazz
• Disco
• Steampunk
• Hip Hop

What role does poetry often play in historical representation?

• Detailed factual recording
• Expressing contemporaneous political ideologies
• Evoking feelings or memories of the past
• Predicting future events

Investigative journalism primarily serves to:

• Report daily news
• Advertise products
• Uncover hidden truths and serve as a check on power
• Entertain the audience with fictional stories

Why is the integrity of historical reconstruction crucial?

• It enhances the drama of historical events.
• It is necessary for accurate movie adaptations.
• It ensures that history is remembered accurately and without bias.
• It provides job security for historians.

Deconstructing historical narratives involves:

• Rebuilding historical sites
• Reprinting history textbooks
• Challenging established understandings or biases
• Creating fictional versions of real events

How can the concept of "legacy" influence present actions?

• By encouraging investment in real estate
• By prompting individuals or societies to act in ways they wish to be remembered
• By discouraging new innovations
• By focusing solely on past achievements