Traditional Game of Gasing

Gasing is a traditional game widely played in Kepulauan Riau and other regions. It involves spinning a top using a string and has cultural significance, especially among the Melayu people. The tops are crafted from specific woods and can take various shapes. Different regions have unique playing techniques. Efforts are made to preserve this cultural heritage through festivals and community events.

What is Gasing primarily known as?

• A card game

• A digital video game

• A modern board game

• A traditional spinning top game

Which community is Gasing closely associated with?

• Javanese

• Sundanese

• Malay

• Balinese

What materials are used to make Gasing in the Riau Islands?

• Clay and stone

• Plastic and metal

• Stigi wood or smoked wood

• Bamboo and rattan

How long does it typically take to make a Gasing using traditional methods?

• A few hours

• One week

• One month

• One day

Which shape is NOT mentioned as a common form of Gasing?

• Round

• Heart-shaped

• Star-shaped

• Plate-like

In Natuna, how is the winner of the Gasing game determined?

• The Gasing that spins the fastest

• The Gasing that is the most colorful

• The Gasing that spins the longest on a glass surface

• The Gasing that is the heaviest

What happens to a Gasing that stops spinning first in Batam, Tanjung Pinang, Lingga, and Karimun?

• It is hit by another Gasing

• It is removed from the game

• It is declared the winner

• It is given a second chance

Is Gasing still played in the Riau Islands?

• Yes, it is played daily

• Yes, but only in remote areas

• No, it is completely forgotten

• Yes, but only during certain seasons

Who participates in playing Gasing in the Riau Islands?

• Only children

• People of all ages

• Only adults

• Only elderly people

What does the local government do to preserve the game of Gasing?

• Organizes Gasing festivals and events

• Teaches Gasing in schools

• Bans other games

• Builds Gasing museums