Exploring Oceania's Cultural Traditions

What is the primary purpose of a Hawaiian luau?

• To celebrate an important event, achievement, or victory

• To commemorate the end of the harvest season

• To honor the gods of the sea

• To mark the beginning of the school year

Which traditional dance form is used in Oceania to pass along traditional knowledge?

• Ballet

• Hawaiian hula

• Salsa

• Flamenco

What is a common feature of traditional Oceanic housing?

• Brick walls

• Thatched roofs

• Glass windows

• Air conditioning

Which of the following is a traditional art form in Oceania?

• Oil painting

• Hand carved wooden sculptures

• Digital photography

• Metalwork

What type of clothing is traditionally worn by women in Oceania?

• Silk dresses

• Grass skirts

• Denim jeans

• Wool sweaters

How do Oceania’s island cultures typically pass along traditional knowledge?

• Through written books

• Through songs, myths, and dance

• Through online courses

• Through television programs

What is a modern influence on Oceania’s island cultures?

• Use of traditional canoes

• Adoption of digital technology

• Exclusive reliance on oral traditions

• Wearing only traditional clothing

Which of the following is NOT a traditional practice in Oceania?

• Using thatched roofs for housing

• Wearing loin clothes for men

• Celebrating with a luau

• Using air conditioning in homes

What is the cultural significance of songs in Oceania?

• They are used to entertain tourists

• They are a means to pass along traditional knowledge

• They are only performed during religious ceremonies

• They are used to teach mathematics

Which of the following is a characteristic of modern practices in Oceania’s island cultures?

• Exclusive use of traditional clothing

• Integration of modern technology

• Sole reliance on traditional myths

• Complete isolation from global influences