Origami
Origami Fundamentals
What is the term 'origami' used to refer to in addition to paper folding?
1. A specific style of old documents in Japan
2. A type of Japanese painting
3. A type of tea utensil in Japan
4. A type of sword in Japan
Answer
A specific style of old documents in Japan
The term 'origami' also referred to a specific style of old documents in Japan.
Origami Fundamentals
What is technical origami?
1. A combination of paper folding and weaving
2. An origami design approach in which the model is conceived as an engineered crease pattern
3. A type of origami that uses only simple mountain/valley folds
4. A way to connect molecules in origami tessellations
Answer
An origami design approach in which the model is conceived as an engineered crease pattern
Technical origami is an origami design approach in which the model is conceived as an engineered crease pattern.
Origami Fundamentals
What is the difference between ceremonial origami and recreational origami?
1. Ceremonial origami is more complex than recreational origami
2. Recreational origami is more complex than ceremonial origami
3. Ceremonial origami is used for religious ceremonies, while recreational origami is used for fun
4. Recreational origami is used for religious ceremonies, while ceremonial origami is used for fun
Answer
Ceremonial origami is used for religious ceremonies, while recreational origami is used for fun
In the detailed Japanese classification, origami is divided into styled ceremonial origami and recreational origami and only recreational origami is generally recognised as Origami.
Origami Applications
How can origami be used in medicine?
1. To create models of flowers and plants
2. To create models of musical instruments
3. To create models of sea creatures and marine life
4. To create models of stents and other medical devices
Answer
To create models of stents and other medical devices
The principles of origami are also used in stents, packaging, and other engineering applications. Origami-inspired designs have been used to create heart stents, drug delivery systems and other medical devices.
Origami Books
In which book was the ledgend of the 1000 paper cranes mentioned?
1. The three little pigs and the Rainbow paper crane
2. Sadako and the thousand paper cranes
3. Suduku and the thousand paper cranes
4. Red riding hood and the wolf
Answer
Sadako and the thousand paper cranes
The legend of the 1000 paper cranes is mentioned in the book "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes." This book tells the story of Sadako, a young girl who develops leukemia as a result of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima during World War II. In an effort to bring hope and healing, Sadako begins folding paper cranes, as the legend states that folding 1000 cranes will grant a wish. The book explores Sadako's journey and the power of hope and determination in the face of adversity.
Origami Folds
What is the name of the fold that involves folding the paper flat and then opening it up to create a new shape?
1. Inside Reverse Fold
2. Outside Reverse Fold
3. Rabbit Ear Fold
4. Squash Fold
Answer
Squash Fold
The squash fold involves folding the paper flat and then opening it up to create a new shape.
Origami Models
What size was the smallest paper crane?
1. 2mm by 1mm
2. 1mm by 1mm
3. 1m by 1m
4. 2mm by 1m
Answer
1mm by 1mm
The smallest paper crane was 1mm by 1mm in size. This means that the length and width of the paper crane were both 1mm.
Origami Techniques
What is the name of the origami technique that involves folding a single sheet of paper into a tessellation of polygons?
1. Twirl Folding
2. Origami Tiling
3. Box-Pleating
4. Sink Folding
Answer
Origami Tiling
Origami tiles are simple flat shapes that can be folded from ordinary photocopy paper and then laid together to create colourful tiling patterns.
Origami Types
What is the name of the origami style that uses only mountain and valley folds, without any reverse or squash folds?
1. Pureland Origami
2. Curved-Folded Origami
3. Composite Origami
4. Modular Origami
Answer
Pureland Origami
Pureland Origami is a style of Origami that is limited to using only mountain and valley folds. The aim of this is to make origami easier for inexperienced folders and those who have impaired motor skills.
Origami Types
What is the name of the origami model that is often used to create a variety of vehicles and other transportation?
1. Modular
2. Pureland
3. Tessellation
4. Wet Folding
Answer
Modular
Modular origami can be used to create a variety of vehicles and other transportation by assembling multiple units together.
