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Craft and Culture

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What is the traditional art of making intricate designs on the surface of metal objects called?

  1. Damascening

  2. Filigree

  3. Cloisonné

  4. Repoussé


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Damascening is a metalworking technique in which intricate designs are created by inlaying different metals into the surface of a metal object.

Which country is famous for its intricate and colorful hand-woven carpets?

  1. Iran

  2. India

  3. Turkey

  4. China


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iran is renowned for its exquisite hand-woven carpets, which are often adorned with intricate designs and vibrant colors.

What is the art of creating decorative patterns by cutting or folding paper called?

  1. Origami

  2. Kirigami

  3. Paper quilling

  4. Decoupage


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kirigami is the art of creating decorative patterns by cutting or folding paper, often resulting in intricate and delicate designs.

Which traditional Japanese art form involves creating intricate designs using colored sand?

  1. Ikebana

  2. Origami

  3. Sumi-e

  4. Sandpainting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sandpainting is a traditional Japanese art form that involves creating intricate designs using colored sand.

What is the art of creating decorative objects by fusing pieces of colored glass together called?

  1. Stained glass

  2. Mosaics

  3. Fused glass

  4. Millefiori


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fused glass is the art of creating decorative objects by fusing pieces of colored glass together, often resulting in vibrant and unique designs.

Which traditional art form involves creating intricate designs on the surface of eggshells?

  1. Pysanky

  2. Calligraphy

  3. Origami

  4. Quilling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pysanky is a traditional Ukrainian art form that involves creating intricate designs on the surface of eggshells using wax and dyes.

What is the art of creating decorative patterns by weaving threads or yarns together called?

  1. Knitting

  2. Crocheting

  3. Embroidery

  4. Macrame


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Weaving is the art of creating decorative patterns by interlacing threads or yarns together, often resulting in intricate and colorful textiles.

Which traditional African art form involves creating masks and sculptures using wood, metal, or fabric?

  1. Batik

  2. Kente cloth

  3. African masks

  4. Zulu pottery


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

African masks are a traditional art form that involves creating masks and sculptures using wood, metal, or fabric, often representing spirits, ancestors, or deities.

What is the art of creating decorative objects by carving or molding wood called?

  1. Woodworking

  2. Carpentry

  3. Woodturning

  4. Marquetry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Woodworking is the art of creating decorative objects by carving or molding wood, often resulting in intricate and functional pieces.

Which traditional Indian art form involves creating intricate designs using henna paste on the hands and feet?

  1. Rangoli

  2. Mehndi

  3. Kolam

  4. Alpana


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mehndi is a traditional Indian art form that involves creating intricate designs using henna paste on the hands and feet, often associated with celebrations and festivals.

What is the art of creating decorative objects by shaping and firing clay called?

  1. Pottery

  2. Ceramics

  3. Sculpture

  4. Mosaics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pottery is the art of creating decorative objects by shaping and firing clay, often resulting in functional and aesthetically pleasing pieces.

Which traditional Chinese art form involves creating intricate designs using silk threads on a loom?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Paper cutting

  3. Silk painting

  4. Suzhou embroidery


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Suzhou embroidery is a traditional Chinese art form that involves creating intricate designs using silk threads on a loom, often resulting in vibrant and detailed artworks.

What is the art of creating decorative objects by weaving fibers or threads together called?

  1. Knitting

  2. Crocheting

  3. Weaving

  4. Macrame


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Textile art is the art of creating decorative objects by weaving fibers or threads together, often resulting in intricate and colorful fabrics.

Which traditional Japanese art form involves creating intricate designs using bamboo strips?

  1. Origami

  2. Ikebana

  3. Sumi-e

  4. Bamboo weaving


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bamboo weaving is a traditional Japanese art form that involves creating intricate designs using bamboo strips, often resulting in functional and decorative objects.

What is the art of creating decorative objects by fusing metal and glass together called?

  1. Cloisonné

  2. Enameling

  3. Stained glass

  4. Millefiori


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Enameling is the art of creating decorative objects by fusing metal and glass together, often resulting in vibrant and intricate designs.

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