CLEAN: Terra cotta warriors arrive in Washington

The video discusses the Terra Cotta Warriors, highlighting their historical significance and the diverse figures that accompanied the emperor into the afterlife. It also covers the collaboration between China and National Geographic, focusing on the photography of the warriors. The kneeling archer is described in detail, emphasizing its lifelike appearance and original pigmentation.

What is the significance of the Terra Cotta warriors being displayed at the National Geographic Museum?

• They are the first Chinese artifacts to be displayed in the US.

• They represent a unique opportunity for cultural exchange.

• They are the only Terra Cotta warriors ever discovered.

• They are replicas made for educational purposes.

Which types of figures were included among the Terra Cotta warriors to accompany the emperor?

• Only soldiers and generals

• Artists and philosophers

• Farmers and merchants

• Civilians, musicians, and government officials

What was the role of National Geographic in the discovery of the Terra Cotta warriors?

• They organized the first exhibition in China.

• They were the first to publish the discovery.

• They sent a photographer to document the excavation.

• They funded the excavation.

What makes the kneeling Archer figure stand out among the Terra Cotta warriors?

• It is made of a different material than the others.

• It has a unique pose and retains original pigmentation.

• It is the largest figure discovered.

• It was found in a separate excavation site.

What does the original pigmentation on the Terra Cotta warriors indicate?

• They were made from different types of clay.

• They were created by different artists.

• They were originally painted in bright colors.

• They were used in religious ceremonies.