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WorksheetsKHON THAI
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the primary story depicted in Khon performances?
The Legend of King Arthur
The Tale of Genji
The Ramakien
The Iliad
Which category of characters in Khon still wears elaborate masks today?
Phra (lords)
Nang (ladies)
Yak (ogres)
Both a and b
What is the origin of the word "Khon"?
It is derived from a type of traditional Thai dance
It comes from the Pali term “kla” or “kola”, a two-faced drum
It is named after a famous Thai king
It means "mask" in Thai
Which of the following is not an element of a Khon performance?
a) Dance movements
b) Singing
c) Comedy routines
d) Combat choreography
What type of ensemble provides music for Khon performances?
a) Symphony orchestra
b) Pi phat ensemble
c) Jazz band
d) Rock band
Which Thai monarch is closely associated with the character of Lord Rama in Khon?
a) King Rama I
b) King Rama V
c) King Rama IX
d) King Rama X
What did Queen Sirikit do to help revive Khon?
a) She wrote new scripts for Khon performances
b) She spearheaded efforts to stage performances and commissioned new costumes
c) She performed in Khon dances
d) She banned Western entertainment to promote traditional arts
What is the most prestigious Khon production in Thailand today?
a) Khon of the Royal Court
b) SUPPORT Khon Performance
c) Khon of the Emerald Buddha
d) National Khon Ensemble
Which of the following is NOT a character category in Khon?
a) Phra (lords)
b) Nang (ladies)
c) Yak (ogres)
d) Hanuman (monkeys)
What is the significance of Khon masks in religious ceremonies?
a) They are given as gifts to the performers
b) They are treated as representations of divinities and placed on a decorated altar
c) They are used to ward off evil spirits
d) They are worn by audience members during the show
Khon performances were initially part of sacred Brahman ceremonies with no audience.
TRUE
FALSE
Today, all characters in Khon performances wear masks.
TRUE
FALSE
Khon choreography includes elements from Krabi-Krabong, the art of fighting with hand weapons.
TRUE
FALSE
The SUPPORT Khon Performance was first staged in 2007.
TRUE
FALSE
The Ramakien murals can be found in Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
TRUE
FALSE
