MAPEH 7 -Traditional Dances and Festivals of Southeast Asia

What do traditional dances and festivals in Southeast Asia primarily express?

• Political campaigns

• Historical, spiritual, and cultural values

• Commercial advertisement

• Weather patterns

Which dance originated in the 19th century and was known as the "dance of the royal palace" in Indonesia?

• Pendet

• Zapin

• Legong

• Khon

The Khon dance of Thailand is a:

• Solo performance

• Dance with swords

• Masked dance-drama depicting the life of Rama

• Wedding dance performed by couples

Which of the following is a ritual dance from Bali involving floral offerings?

• Legong

• Ram Thai

• Pendet

• Xoan

What Southeast Asian festival involves floating decorated boats on water?

• Diwali

• Songkran

• Loy Krathong

• Hat Dance

Which dance form is characterized by coordinated motions and Middle Eastern influences in Malaysia?

• Xoan

• Zapin

• Joget

• Hat Dance

The Hat Dance in Vietnam tells stories about:

• War history

• Royal families

• Rural life and daily activities

• Buddhist rituals

Which dance features clapper beating and was recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage?

• Khon

• Xoan

• Zapin

• Ram Thai

The Diwali festival is celebrated with:

• Sword fights and prayer

• River rafting and chanting

• Fireworks, lamps, and traditional dance

• Ice sculptures and singing

Songkran symbolizes:

• The start of Lent

• End of harvest season

• New beginnings and cleansing of misfortune

• Ancestor worship