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