Which garment is traditionally worn by Nyonya women of the Peranakan community?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The sarong kebaya
- Step 1: It is a fitted blouse worn with a wrapped skirt. Step 2. The blouse is often embroidered with lace. Answer: The sarong kebaya. Why not the others: The cheongsam is Chinese, the sari is Indian and the samfu is a Chinese work suit.
Practise more Culture, Languages and Food.
Free questions with an explanation for every one, and full timed General Knowledge (Singapore) mock tests.
More Culture, Languages and Food questions
- Which dish of poached chicken and fragrant rice is a hawker favourite in Singapore?
- Which seafood dish, cooked in a sweet and spicy tomato sauce, is a Singapore classic?
- Which festival marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan?
- Which festival of lights is celebrated by Hindus in Singapore?
- What does Vesak Day celebrate?
- Who are the Peranakan in Singapore?