Southeast Asia
What is the name of the river that flows through several countries in Southeast Asia?
Mekong River
What type of forest has a hot and wet climate throughout the year?
Tropical Rainforest
What is batik?
A traditional fabric decorated with patterns and designs.
What is Wayang Kulit?
A traditional shadow puppet performance
What is gamelan?
A traditional musical ensemble
Which region does the Mekong River flow through?
Southeast Asia
Why are tropical rainforests important to people?
They provide resources such as food, medicine and timber.
What is the purpose of using a canting?
To apply wax and create patterns.
What are the puppets in Wayang Kulit traditionally made from?
Kulit (Leather)
Which country is strongly associated with gamelan music?
Indonesia
Why do many people live near the Mekong River?
It provides resources and supports their livelihoods.
Why do rainforest trees grow tall?
To reach more sunlight.
What is the tool used to make patterns on a piece of batik?
Canting
What does the word “kulit” mean in Malay/Indonesian?
Leather / Skin
What are most gamelan instruments made from?
Metal
Why might houses near rivers be built on stilts?
To keep homes higher above floodwater
Why is it important to protect tropical rainforests? Give TWO reasons.
They provide habitats for animals; provide resources for people; help regulate the environment/climate.
Batik is traditionally associated with which country?
What is a dalang in a Wayang Kulit performance?
The person who controls the puppets and tells the story.
Gamelan is mainly used to create _____?
Music
The Mekong River can provide benefits but also cause problems. Give ONE benefit and ONE problem.
Benefit: It provides water/fish/fertile land/transportation.
Problem: Flooding can damage homes and crops.
Why is the forest floor darker than the upper layers?
Less sunlight reaches the forest floor.
Why is batik an important part of Southeast Asian culture?
Traditions and heritage
Besides entertainment, what was one traditional purpose of Wayang Kulit performances?
They could be performed as part of rituals or ceremonies connected to spiritual beliefs.
Gamelan music is sometimes played during Wayang Kulit performances. What is the purpose of the music?
To accompany and enhance the performance