Question 1

What is woodblock printing?

Accepted Answer

Printing using carved wooden blocks

Question 2

Where did woodblock printing originate?

Accepted Answer

China

Question 3

In which century did woodblock printing begin in China?

Accepted Answer

7th century

Question 4

What was the primary use of woodblock printing in ancient China?

Accepted Answer

Printing books and religious texts

Question 5

Which famous woodblock printed book is the oldest surviving printed book?

Accepted Answer

The Diamond Sutra

Question 6

Which country was known for its Ukiyo-e woodblock prints during the Edo period?

Accepted Answer

Japan

Question 7

What is the main material used to create the blocks in woodblock printing?

Accepted Answer

Wood

Question 8

What is the process of transferring ink from the woodblock to paper called?

Accepted Answer

Impression

Question 9

Who is one of the most famous Japanese woodblock print artists known for "The Great Wave off Kanagawa"?

Accepted Answer

Hokusai

Question 10

In woodblock printing, what is the purpose of using multiple blocks?

Accepted Answer

To create multi-colored prints

WoodBlock Printing Trivia Questions & Answers

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