Which traditional wooden dwelling of the Batak Toba, featuring sweeping gables, outward-tilting walls, and intricate tri-color gorga wood carvings, is found on Samosir Island?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Jabu Bolon (Rumah Bolon)
- Step 1: Jabu Bolon is the traditional communal house of the Batak Toba around Lake Toba and Samosir. Step 2. Its facade is carved with gorga motifs painted in symbolic red, black, and white pigments, guarded by protective female breast carvings (singa-singa). Answer: Jabu Bolon (Rumah Bolon). Why not the others: Omo Hada is in Nias.
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