主题介绍Chinese Shadow Puppetry (Pi Ying Xi)

What is Chinese shadow puppetry also known as?

• Kabuki

• Pi ying xi

• Bunraku

• Wayang kulit

Chinese shadow puppetry is a traditional form of ________ and entertainment that uses flat figures (puppets) to create the illusion of moving images.

• storytelling

• painting

• cooking

• dancing

Chinese shadow puppetry performances create the illusion of moving images using:

• Painted wooden masks

• Colored glass pieces

• Flat leather figures

• Paper lanterns

According to the passage, Chinese shadow puppetry dates back over a thousand years, with origins often traced to which dynasty?

• Tang Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

According to the passage, why was the art form of Chinese Shadow Puppetry created?

• To entertain Emperor Wu of Han, who was grieving the loss of his favorite concubine.

• To celebrate the Chinese New Year festival.

• To teach children about Chinese folklore.

• To honor victorious warriors after a battle.

Who was entertained by the creation of Chinese Shadow Puppetry according to legend?

• Emperor Wu of Han

• Emperor Qin Shi Huang

• Emperor Taizong of Tang

• Emperor Kangxi

What does the word 'concubine' mean as used in the passage?

• A woman who lives with a man but has lower status than his wife or wives.

• A female ruler of a kingdom.

• A woman who is a professional singer.

• A woman who is a teacher in a school.

According to the passage, what material are the puppets usually made from?

• Clear leather, often from donkey or ox skin.

• Colored paper and glue.

• Wooden sticks and cloth.

• Plastic and metal parts.

How do artists create the figures for Chinese shadow puppets?

• By sewing fabric

• By carving and painting

• By molding clay

• By folding paper

What feature do the puppets have that allows them to move in many ways?

• The puppets have many moving parts, joined by rods.

• The puppets are made of metal.

• The puppets are controlled by strings only.

• The puppets have wheels attached to them.