Exploring Sundanese Culture

Tarian tradisional nu asalna ti Jawa Barat nyaéta...

• Saman

• Jaipongan

• Kecak

• Tari Piring

Name one popular Sundanese traditional art form.

• Saman Dance

• Kecak Dance

• Wayang Golek

• Angklung

What is the significance of the Seren Taun ceremony in Sundanese culture?

• The Seren Taun ceremony signifies gratitude for the harvest and strengthens community bonds in Sundanese culture.

• It is a ritual for selecting community leaders.

• It is a ceremony to celebrate the birth of children.

• The ceremony marks the beginning of the rainy season.

List one traditional Sundanese dish that is commonly served during celebrations.

• Nasi Liwet

• Gado-Gado

• Rendang

• Sate Maranggi

What instrument is commonly used in Sundanese music?

• Gamelan

• Sitar

• Tabla

• Angklung

Describe the role of the angklung in Sundanese culture.

• The angklung plays a vital role in Sundanese culture as a symbol of community, harmony, and is used in cultural ceremonies and performances.

• The angklung serves as a tool for agricultural practices.

• The angklung is a type of traditional dance in Sundanese culture.

• The angklung is primarily used in modern pop music.

What is the purpose of the Ngaben ceremony in Sundanese tradition?

• To celebrate the birth of a child.

• To perform a traditional dance for the community.

• To honor and release the spirit of the deceased for their journey to the afterlife.

• To mark the beginning of the harvest season.

Name a popular Sundanese snack and its main ingredients.

• Kue Putu

• Kue Lapis

• Kue Cubir

• Kue Serabi

What type of clothing is typically worn during Sundanese traditional ceremonies?

• T-shirt and jeans

• Sari and Dhoti

• Hoodie and sweatpants

• Kebaya for women and Baju Kurung or Baju Pangsi for men.

Identify one famous Sundanese artist and their contribution to traditional arts.

• Dewi Sartika - Modern dance innovator

• Siti Nurbaya - Contemporary novelist

• Raden Saleh - Western-style painter

• Raden Mas Jodjana