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WorksheetsArts 8: East Asian Architecture
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
East Asian architecture is comprised of a hip and gabled roof that slopes down on all ______ sides.
two
four
six
ten
East Asian is usually constructed with two large sloping roof sections in the front and the back respectively, while the two sides are usually constructed with a smaller roof section. In China, they are called:
xieshan
irimoya
paljakibung
The composition of Chinese gardens tends to be _________ to follow the principle in creating enduring flow of energy.
asymmetrical
symmetry
In Japan, much of the traditional architecture is imported from China and other Asian countries over the centuries.
True
False
The roofs constitute half the size of the whole structure with slightly curved eaves that extend far beyond the walls supported by complex bracket systems called _______ that can be seen in temples and shrines.
okinawa
hiroshima
tokyo
kyoto
In Japanese architecture, the inner space divisions are fluid, and the room size can be modified through the use of screens or sliding doors called _______.
moya
fusuma
tokyo
yong-du
In Japanese architecture, a large single-spaced main hall can be divided according to the residents' needs. Walls can also be joined temporarily to accommodate guests.
true
false
Korean architecture is characterized by naturalistic tendencies, simplicity, economy of shape, and the avoidance of extremes to show quiet inner harmony.
true
false
In Korea, various sorts of animal-shaped roof tiles and decorative figures are placed on the roofs of traditional buildings as shamanic symbols to chase away evil spirits and misfortune.
true
false
Which one would be an eagle's head?
chi-mi
yong-du
chwui-du)
