The Modern Tradition of Hanami: Cherry Blossom Viewing in Japan
  • 1. What is the significance of cherry blossoms in Japanese culture?
A) Harvest time
B) Symbol of eternal life
C) Symbol of beauty and impermanence
D) Symbol of strength and power
  • 2. What do people do during Hanami in Japan?
A) Plant new trees
B) Picnics under blooming cherry trees
C) Visit ancient temples
D) Skiing in the mountains
  • 3. Which Japanese city is famous for its Hanami festivals?
A) Sapporo
B) Kyoto
C) Tokyo
D) Osaka
  • 4. What does the practice of Hanami date back to in Japan?
A) 5th century
B) 17th century
C) 8th century
D) 12th century
  • 5. What type of poem is often composed during Hanami?
A) Sonnet
B) Limerick
C) Haiku
D) Epic poetry
  • 6. What does the term 'Hanami' literally mean in Japanese?
A) Moonlit dance
B) Morning meditation
C) Flower viewing
D) Waterfall exploration
  • 7. What is the traditional beverage consumed during Hanami?
A) Green tea
B) Beer
C) Orange juice
D) Sake
  • 8. What is the name for the act of admiring the beauty of cherry blossoms?
A) Zen
B) Hanami
C) Ikebana
D) Kintsugi
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