Cultural Traditions in Malaysia: Indian Influence
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What traditional attire is commonly worn by Indian women in Malaysia?

  • Samfu
  • Cheongsam
  • Saree (correct)
  • Dhoti
  • Chinese people commonly greet each other with a handshake.

    False

    Name one reason why bananas leaves are used in Indian customs for eating.

    Festive occasion or somber occasion.

    Indian individuals traditionally use their ______ hand to scoop dishes when eating with fingers.

    <p>left</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following ethnic groups with their traditional costumes:

    <p>Chinese = Cheongsam / Samfu Indian = Saree / Dhoti / Punjabi suit Malay = Baju Kurung Sikh = Turban</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do before entering a non-Malay home?

    <p>Remove your shoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eating with fingers is traditionally done by Malay and Indian communities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the banana leaf be folded during a festive occasion?

    <p>Fold towards you from top to bottom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which festival marks the end of Ramadan?

    <p>Hari Raya Aidilfitri</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Malays from the majority population in Malaysia are known for their selfishness.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is given as a small gift to Muslim children during Hari Raya Puasa?

    <p>money</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a Malay greeting, the gesture of 'salam' involves bringing the hand back to the ______.

    <p>heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following festivals with their respective religions:

    <p>Hari Raya Aidilfitri = Islam Deepavali = Hindu Christmas = Christian Chinese New Year = Buddhist/Chinese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Chinese families do during the Ching Ming Festival?

    <p>Visit the tombs of their ancestors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At a Malay home, guests are expected to keep their shoes on when entering.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the festival Maal Hijrah?

    <p>Islamic New Year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The festival of _______ is known as the 'Festival of Lights' in Hindu culture.

    <p>Deepavali</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following ethnic groups with their respective traditional costumes:

    <p>Malays = Baju Kurung/Kebaya Chinese = Cheongsam Indians = Saree Sikhs = Kurta Pajama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which festival does not belong to Hindu traditions?

    <p>Easter Day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The opposite sexes are segregated when Malays entertain their guests.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is traditionally avoided in Malay culture when greeting someone?

    <p>touching the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Malaysians should greet each other with a handshake and bring their hand back to their _______.

    <p>heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main dish served during the Chinese New Year reunion dinner?

    <p>Noodles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Only Malays practice removing shoes when entering a house.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal mourning period in Malay culture after a funeral?

    <p>100 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chinese culture allows the use of the left hand while eating with chopsticks.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if the food is less than satisfactory during a meal?

    <p>Fold the banana leaf away from you.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Indian culture, the duration of confinement after birth is from 1 month to ________ days.

    <p>41</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following cultural ceremonies with their associated events:

    <p>Kenduri = Celebration of a child's birthday in Malay culture Akad Nikah = Solemnisation of marriage in Malay culture Tea Ceremony = Old Chinese custom for newlyweds Purification rites = Ceremonies in Indian culture for newborns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is done on the 16th day in Indian culture?

    <p>Naming the baby</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Chinese funeral customs, the coffin may be kept in the house for several weeks.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color do the family of the deceased wear during an Indian funeral?

    <p>White or light-colored clothes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Henna is painted on the bride during the ________ ceremony in Malay culture.

    <p>Berinai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity is discouraged when using chopsticks?

    <p>Stabbing food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The mourning period in Malay culture includes specific prayers held at home after a funeral.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During what event do close relatives come to celebrate within three days of a birth in Chinese culture?

    <p>A naming celebration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ceremony marking a marriage in Malay culture that includes a reception is called ________.

    <p>Bersanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is done at the end of an Indian funeral as part of purification rites?

    <p>The men bathe and the house is cleaned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cultural events to their descriptions:

    <p>Hantar Tanda = Statement of intent from the groom’s side Bersanding = Wedding reception in Malay culture Full Moon = Naming ceremony in Chinese culture Special purification rites = Ceremonies in Indian culture after marriage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    OBM100 Personality Development - Malaysian Customs

    • Malaysian society comprises diverse ethnic groups, including Malay, Chinese, and Indian.
    • Indigenous groups like Iban, Kadazan, and Penan also exist in the country.
    • Major festivals observed in Malaysia include Islamic, Chinese/Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, and Sikh celebrations.
    • Flowers are always appropriate gifts for all occasions.
    • During Hari Raya Puasa, non-Muslims can present small gifts, such as money, to Muslim children.
    • Non-married Chinese individuals receive "red packets" (ang pow) containing money from married relatives and friends during Chinese New Year.
    • Malay traditions emphasize generosity and forgiveness.
    • Traditional Malay costumes include Baju kurung/kebaya and Baju Melayu.
    • Malay custom dictates removing shoes before entering a home, a tradition also observed by Chinese, Indian, and Eurasian communities.
    • In a Malay handshake, younger individuals initiate the greeting ("salam") by touching the hand of an elder to the heart, face, or lower part of the face/nose and mouth.
    • Foreigners should avoid touching the head of Malay friends without permission.
    • Kissing between people of different sexes is not considered appropriate in Malay tradition.
    • During Malay gatherings, men and women are often segregated, with younger individuals mingling amongst one another.
    • Malay table etiquette involves using the fingers for eating, proper handwashing before and after meals.
    • Banana leaf eating is common practice. Festive occasions (e.g., weddings and birthdays) necessitate folding the banana leaf towards the diner as the food is considered delicious, while somber occasions (e.g., funerals) require the leaf to be folded away from the diner if the food is less desirable.
    • Chinese cultural customs frequently involve the use of chopsticks held in the left hand.
    • The bottom of the chopstick remains stationary while the top is used to move food to the mouth.
    • Common embarrassing table manners include slurping food, burping, placing unwanted food items on the table, and chewing ice cubes.
    • Special occasions, including births, marriages, and funerals, feature specific ceremonies and customs.
    • Birth (Confinement): Moms and newborns undergo a period of confinement (approximately 44 days) in the house; prayers are often held at the mosque, and gifts are exchanged..
    • Marriage: Marriages are often arranged by families. Ceremonies include a civil marriage registration, tea ceremony, and a reception.
    • Funeral customs include a mourning period, often 100 days. Prayers are offered at set intervals. Specific types of clothing are also worn.
    • During births in Chinese culture, relatives come to celebrate on the third day, and the child's name is typically selected during the Full Moon.
    • In Chinese marriage tradition, newly married couples offer tea to elders during a tea ceremony.
    • In Chinese funerals, the casket is sometimes kept in the family home for several weeks.

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