The Cultural Significance of Cherry Blossoms in Japan
- 1. What is the Japanese term for cherry blossoms?
A) Ume
B) Sakura
C) Hanami
D) Tsukimi
- 2. During which season do cherry blossoms typically bloom in Japan?
A) Spring
B) Summer
C) Fall
D) Winter
- 3. What is the traditional practice of viewing cherry blossoms called?
A) Hanamatsuri
B) Matsuri
C) Hanami
D) Ohanami
- 4. Cherry blossoms are also popular in which other country?
A) India
B) China
C) South Korea
D) Thailand
- 5. Which famous park in Tokyo is known for its cherry blossoms?
A) Yasukuni Shrine
B) Yoyogi Park
C) Shinjuku Gyoen
D) Ueno Park
- 6. Which cherry blossom variety is celebrated as the most iconic?
A) Kanzan
B) Somei Yoshino
C) Shirotae
D) Fugenzo
- 7. What does the cherry blossom symbolize in Japanese culture?
A) Eternity
B) Wealth
C) Love
D) Transience of life
- 8. Which cherry blossoms are known for their darker pink color?
A) Kanzan
B) Shidare-zakura
C) Somei Yoshino
D) Yoshino
- 9. What artistic form frequently features cherry blossoms?
A) Sumi-e
B) Origami
C) Ukiyo-e
D) Ikebana
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