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Languages that have been Influenced by Chinese

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Which of the following languages has been influenced by Chinese?

  1. Hindi

  2. Bengali

  3. Marathi

  4. Tamil


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bengali has been influenced by Chinese due to the close proximity of Bengal to China and the historical trade relations between the two regions.

What is the name of the Chinese script that is used to write Bengali?

  1. Hanzi

  2. Pinyin

  3. Zhuyin

  4. Bopomofo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hanzi is the Chinese script that is used to write Bengali. It is a logographic script, which means that each character represents a word or morpheme.

How many Hanzi characters are there in the Bengali alphabet?

  1. 214

  2. 300

  3. 400

  4. 500


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There are 214 Hanzi characters in the Bengali alphabet. These characters are used to write the Bengali language, which is spoken by over 200 million people in Bangladesh and India.

Which of the following words is a Bengali word that has been borrowed from Chinese?

  1. চা

  2. কফি

  3. চিনি

  4. দুধ


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bengali word "চা" (tea) is a loanword from the Chinese word "茶" (chá). This word was introduced to Bengal by Chinese traders in the 17th century.

What is the name of the Bengali dish that is made with rice, vegetables, and meat?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Khichuri

  4. Chhole Bhature


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Khichuri is a Bengali dish that is made with rice, vegetables, and meat. It is a popular dish in Bangladesh and India, and it is often served with yogurt or chutney.

Which of the following is a Bengali musical instrument that has been influenced by Chinese music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarod

  4. Esraj


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Esraj is a Bengali musical instrument that has been influenced by Chinese music. It is a bowed string instrument that is similar to the Chinese erhu.

What is the name of the Bengali dance form that has been influenced by Chinese dance?

  1. Kathak

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Manipuri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Manipuri is a Bengali dance form that has been influenced by Chinese dance. It is a graceful and expressive dance form that is often performed with colorful costumes and props.

Which of the following is a Bengali festival that has been influenced by Chinese culture?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Durga Puja

  4. Chinese New Year


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chinese New Year is a Bengali festival that has been influenced by Chinese culture. It is a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate the new year.

What is the name of the Bengali god that is similar to the Chinese god Guan Yu?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Kartik


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kartik is a Bengali god that is similar to the Chinese god Guan Yu. He is a god of war and is often depicted as a fierce warrior.

Which of the following is a Bengali martial art that has been influenced by Chinese martial arts?

  1. Kalaripayattu

  2. Silambam

  3. Gatka

  4. Kung Fu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kung Fu is a Bengali martial art that has been influenced by Chinese martial arts. It is a popular martial art in Bengal, and it is often taught in schools and martial arts studios.

What is the name of the Bengali architectural style that has been influenced by Chinese architecture?

  1. Indo-Saracenic

  2. Mughal

  3. Rajput

  4. Chinese


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chinese is a Bengali architectural style that has been influenced by Chinese architecture. It is characterized by its use of curved roofs, elaborate ornamentation, and bright colors.

Which of the following is a Bengali dish that is similar to the Chinese dish Peking duck?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Khichuri

  4. Roast Duck


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Roast Duck is a Bengali dish that is similar to the Chinese dish Peking duck. It is a dish made with roasted duck, and it is often served with rice or noodles.

What is the name of the Bengali tea that is similar to the Chinese tea oolong tea?

  1. Darjeeling

  2. Assam

  3. Ceylon

  4. Oolong


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oolong is a Bengali tea that is similar to the Chinese tea oolong tea. It is a semi-oxidized tea that has a light and floral flavor.

Which of the following is a Bengali dessert that is similar to the Chinese dessert mooncake?

  1. Rasgulla

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Jalebi

  4. Mooncake


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mooncake is a Bengali dessert that is similar to the Chinese dessert mooncake. It is a pastry that is filled with sweet or savory ingredients, and it is often eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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