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Folklore and Anthropology

Description: Folklore and Anthropology Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the study of folklore called?

  1. Folkloristics

  2. Anthropology

  3. Sociology

  4. History


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Folkloristics is the study of folklore, which includes traditional beliefs, customs, and stories.

What is the term for a traditional story that is passed down orally?

  1. Myth

  2. Legend

  3. Folktale

  4. Fairy tale


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A folktale is a traditional story that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the difference between a myth and a legend?

  1. Myths are based on real events, while legends are fictional.

  2. Myths are about gods and goddesses, while legends are about real people.

  3. Myths are set in the past, while legends are set in the present.

  4. Myths are told to explain natural phenomena, while legends are told to entertain.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Myths are stories that are set in the past and explain natural phenomena, while legends are stories that are set in the present and are based on real people or events.

What is the term for a traditional song that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk song

  2. Ballad

  3. Hymn

  4. Shanty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk song is a traditional song that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional dance that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk dance

  2. Ballet

  3. Modern dance

  4. Hip hop


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk dance is a traditional dance that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional belief that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk belief

  2. Superstition

  3. Myth

  4. Legend


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk belief is a traditional belief that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional custom that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk custom

  2. Tradition

  3. Ritual

  4. Ceremony


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk custom is a traditional custom that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional object that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk artifact

  2. Antique

  3. Collectible

  4. Heirloom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk artifact is a traditional object that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional practice that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk practice

  2. Tradition

  3. Ritual

  4. Ceremony


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk practice is a traditional practice that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional knowledge that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk knowledge

  2. Wisdom

  3. Lore

  4. Tradition


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Folk knowledge is a traditional knowledge that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional skill that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk skill

  2. Craft

  3. Art

  4. Trade


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk skill is a traditional skill that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional game that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk game

  2. Game

  3. Sport

  4. Recreation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk game is a traditional game that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional recipe that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk recipe

  2. Recipe

  3. Dish

  4. Meal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A folk recipe is a traditional recipe that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional medicine that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk medicine

  2. Medicine

  3. Herbal medicine

  4. Alternative medicine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Folk medicine is a traditional medicine that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

What is the term for a traditional religion that is passed down orally?

  1. Folk religion

  2. Religion

  3. Spirituality

  4. Belief


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Folk religion is a traditional religion that is passed down orally from generation to generation.

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