Quiz on Elements and Principles of Arts and Crafts in East Asia

What is the art of beautiful handwriting called?

• Sculpture

• Painting

• Calligraphy

• Photography

Who invented paper in China during the Eastern Han Dynasty?

• Cai Lun

• Wei Fang

• Zuan Shu

• Xie He

Which type of roofing is more budget-friendly and common in Chinese architecture?

• Multi-inclined

• Curved

• Sweeping

• Straight inclined

What is the most popular style of Japanese art known as?

• Ukiyo-e

• Sumi-e

• Nihonga

• Kintsugi

Which knot resembles a Japanese apricot flower?

• Dorae knot

• Guidorae knot

• Maehwa knot

• Dalki knot

What is the term for the arrangement of visual elements in a painting?

• Contrast

• Texture

• Composition

• Pattern

Which color in Peking Opera represents loyalty and integrity?

• White

• Blue

• Red

• Black

What is the most simplified but abstract form of writing in Chinese calligraphy?

• Hsin Style

• Tsao Style

• Kai Style

• Zuan Style

What is the traditional Japanese paper folding art called?

• Sumi-e

• Origami

• Kirigami

• Mizuhiki

Which principle of art refers to the sense of stability achieved through weight?

• Emphasis

• Balance

• Unity

• Variety