- 1. Which Chinese dynasty saw the widespread use and development of papermaking?
A) Qin Dynasty
B) Ming Dynasty
C) Han Dynasty
D) Tang Dynasty
- 2. What is the traditional name for Chinese handmade paper?
A) Xuan paper
B) Rice paper
C) Bamboo paper
D) Silk paper
- 3. What important Chinese text is believed to be the oldest extant printed book using woodblock printing?
A) Tao Te Ching
B) Diamond Sutra
C) Art of War
D) Analects
- 4. Where is the traditional center of handmade papermaking in China?
A) Anhui Province
B) Sichuan Province
C) Yunnan Province
D) Guangdong Province
- 5. What is the modern equivalent of Chinese Xuan paper made from rice straw?
A) Kraft paper
B) Papyrus
C) Rice paper
D) Velum
- 6. In traditional Chinese culture, what does the color red symbolize on paper?
A) Good luck
B) Peace
C) Sadness
D) Death
- 7. Which famous Chinese artist is known for his painting on Xuan paper?
A) Qi Baishi
B) Zhao Mengfu
C) Wu Guanzhong
D) Zhang Daqian
- 8. What is the traditional use of Chinese paper cuttings known as jianzhi?
A) Writing
B) Cooking
C) Decorations
D) Clothing
- 9. What is the term for the traditional Chinese art of folding paper into decorative shapes?
A) Ikebana
B) Sumi-e
C) Shodo
D) Origami
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