Rock-Paper-Scissors: The Ancient Hand Game

What is the main reason hand games have been popular throughout history?

• They are only played in specific cultures.

• They are expensive to play.

• They are easy to learn and fun.

• They require complex equipment.

In the game Morra, what do players do to score a point?

• Guess the total number of fingers shown.

• Beat the opponent with a rock.

• Cover the opponent's hand with paper.

• Use a magical fox to win.

What does the term 'sansukumi-ken' refer to in Japanese hand games?

• A game involving a magical fox.

• The hands of the three who fear each other.

• A game played with dice.

• A board game from ancient Rome.

Why did the word 'centipede' get mistranslated as 'slug' in the game mushi-ken?

• Because slugs are more dangerous than centipedes.

• Due to a classic case of miscommunication.

• Because slugs are faster than centipedes.

• Due to a cultural preference for slugs.

What is a unique feature of the modern adaptations of rock-paper-scissors?

• It requires a special board.

• It can be played by robots and animals.

• It is only played by humans.

• It is no longer popular.