Hikaru Dango: The Art of Shiny Dumplings

Hikaru Dango: The Art of Shiny Dumplings

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Arts, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video discusses the varied reactions to Hikaru Dango, a Japanese art of creating shiny mud balls. It explains the process of forming these spheres and shares a personal journey of persistence and experimentation in mastering the craft. The speaker emphasizes the relaxing nature of the activity and the potential for continuous improvement.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general reaction of people when they first learn about Hikaru Dango?

They are indifferent.

They are angry.

They find it fascinating or absurd.

They are confused.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the literal translation of 'Hikaru Dango'?

Shiny dumpling

Bright sphere

Shiny ball

Glowing orb

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in creating a Hikaru Dango?

Adding dry material

Forming a sphere

Polishing the surface

Painting the ball

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many attempts did it take the speaker to start mastering the Hikaru Dango technique?

20 tries

40 tries

10 tries

30 tries

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of creating Hikaru Dango does the speaker find most appealing?

The relaxing and immersive experience

The social interaction

The competitive nature

The financial benefits