Preserving Traditional Art Quiz

What is the main character in Thai Khon, a traditional dance?

• Sirikit

• Brahma

• Ravana

• Rama

How many sheets of pure gold are required to cover the mask of the mythical demon king Ravana?

• 500

• 750

• 1000

• 1500

What is the base material for every Khon mask?

• Wood

• Clay

• Cement

• Paper

What does Prateep use to cover the paper base so it doesn't stick to the mold?

• Petroleum jelly

• Water

• Oil

• Acrylic paint

What is the technique called when Prateep covers the crown in gold?

• Gilding

• Painting

• Embossing

• Carving

What does Ravana's skin color usually represent in the Khon mask?

• Green

• Yellow

• Blue

• Red

What does the two heads on Ravana's crown represent?

• His intelligence

• His connection to Brahma

• His bravery

• His wealth

What is the main reason for the decline of Khon's popularity in the 1950s?

• Rise of film and television

• Competition from other traditional dances

• Lack of skilled artisans

• Government ban on performances

At what age do students start training in Khon?

• 5 years old

• 8 years old

• 12 years old

• 10 years old

What has Prateep done to ensure the survival of his craft?

• Stopped making Khon masks

• Moved his workshop to a different country

• Trained dozens of people over 40 years

• Increased the price of his masks