The Landscape Architecture of Japanese Gardens
  • 1. Which element is essential in a Japanese garden?
A) Concrete
B) Plastic ornaments
C) Colorful flowers
D) Water
  • 2. What does the term 'Zen' refer to in garden design?
A) Meditation and simplicity
B) Loudness and chaos
C) Floral abundance
D) Color and decoration
  • 3. What type of pond is often featured in Japanese gardens?
A) Aquarium
B) Wading pool
C) Swimming pool
D) Koi pond
  • 4. What is a 'Tsuboniwa'?
A) A flower arrangement
B) A small courtyard garden
C) A type of tree
D) A large park
  • 5. What does 'sukiya' design emphasize?
A) Extravagance and wealth
B) Color and brightness
C) Formal symmetry
D) Rustic simplicity
  • 6. What does 'Shakkei' mean in the context of Japanese gardens?
A) Artificial features
B) Focal points
C) Borrowed scenery
D) Hidden pathways
  • 7. The practice of pruning trees and shrubs in Japanese gardens is known as what?
A) Shakkei
B) Ikebana
C) Niwaki
D) Mizubokke
  • 8. Which of the following is a common plant used in Japanese gardens?
A) Sunflowers
B) Cacti
C) Palm trees
D) Bamboo
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