KHON THAI

What is the primary story depicted in Khon performances?

• • The Legend of King Arthur

• • The Tale of Genji

• • The Ramakien

• • The Iliad

Which category of characters in Khon still wears elaborate masks today?

• Phra (lords)

• • Nang (ladies)

• • Yak (ogres)

• • Both a and b

What is the origin of the word "Khon"?

• It is derived from a type of traditional Thai dance
  

• It comes from the Pali term “kla” or “kola”, a two-faced drum

• It is named after a famous Thai king

• It means "mask" in Thai

Which of the following is not an element of a Khon performance?

• a) Dance movements
  

• b) Singing
  

• c) Comedy routines
  

• d) Combat choreography

What type of ensemble provides music for Khon performances?

• a) Symphony orchestra

• b) Pi phat ensemble
  

• c) Jazz band

• d) Rock band

Which Thai monarch is closely associated with the character of Lord Rama in Khon?

• a) King Rama I

• b) King Rama V
  

• c) King Rama IX

• 
  d) King Rama X

What did Queen Sirikit do to help revive Khon?

• a) She wrote new scripts for Khon performances
  

• b) She spearheaded efforts to stage performances and commissioned new costumes
  

• c) She performed in Khon dances

• 
  d) She banned Western entertainment to promote traditional arts

What is the most prestigious Khon production in Thailand today?

• a) Khon of the Royal Court
  

• b) SUPPORT Khon Performance
  

• c) Khon of the Emerald Buddha

• d) National Khon Ensemble

Which of the following is NOT a character category in Khon?

• a) Phra (lords)

• b) Nang (ladies)

• c) Yak (ogres)

• 
  d) Hanuman (monkeys)

What is the significance of Khon masks in religious ceremonies?

• a) They are given as gifts to the performers
  

• b) They are treated as representations of divinities and placed on a decorated altar

• c) They are used to ward off evil spirits

• d) They are worn by audience members during the show