With reference to two countries (excluding China, Japan and India), examine the extent of changes in traditional arts and culture.

The question requires that candidates consider the extent of changes in traditional arts and culture. Candidates may offer equal coverage of their chosen countries, or they may prioritize their examination of one or the other. However, both countries will be a feature of the response. Oceanic countries are not acceptable choices and examples may not be taken from the period after 2005. Arts and culture will not necessarily be discrete categories. Candidates may explore traditional forms of dance and musical expression, belief systems and religion. They may examine tangible cultural expressions such as drawings, designs, pottery, woodwork, metalwork, jewellery, glassware, carpets and architecture. They may examine traditional languages and oral tradition. Candidates are likely to examine the degree to which traditional arts and culture have had to adapt to social, economic and political change. Candidates’ opinions or conclusions will be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.