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Question 1

Thailand is situated in the ________ part of Asia and is bordered by _______ to the west and north, Laos to the north and southeast, and Malaysia to the south. It has coastlines along the Gulf of Thailand to the south and the Andaman Sea to the west.

Answer 1

southeastern, Myanmar (Burna)

Question 2

Capital city of Thailand

Answer 2

Bangkok

Question 3

Bangkok is also know as ______ in Thai

Answer 3

Krung Thep

Question 4

The most common Thailand religion with approximately 95% of the population.

Answer 4

Buddhism

Question 5

Islam consists of _____ of the population

Answer 5

5.37%

Question 6

Christianity consists of _____ of the population.

Answer 6

1.13%

Question 7

Thai people have a _______ and ____ nature, so naturally they enjoy eating in groups and share many different dishes together.

Answer 7

friendly, social

Question 8

Thailand is home to _____ living languages

Answer 8

71

Question 9

What is the national language of Thailand?

Answer 9

Central Thai

Question 10

_______ is spoken along the borders with the Lao PDR

Answer 10

Lao

Question 11

_________ languages are spoken along the border with Myanmar.

Answer 11

Karen

Question 12

_________ is spoken near Cambodia.

Answer 12

Khmer

Question 13

_______ is spoken in the south near Malaysia.

Answer 13

Malay

Question 14

It is a bright, delicate and modest, different ethnic groups of Thailand use their fabrics and intricate patterns.

Answer 14

CHUTTHAI

Question 15

It is a button-up shirt, with an extended collar, long sleeves and a sash for formal occasions.

Answer 15

SUEA PHRARATCHATHAN

Question 16

A large rectangular piece of fabric, is often worn by men by wrapping around the waist.

Answer 16

Pakama

Question 17

It consists of a tube-like skirt worn with a collarless blouse. The blouse has a row of buttons at the front and elbow-length sleeves and is tucked into the skirt.

Answer 17

RUEANTON

Question 18

It consists of a long tube skirt with two front pleats.

Answer 18

Chakkri

Question 19

The upper garment, wraps around the upper body and trails to the ground.

Answer 19

Sabai.

Question 20

Is a one-piece garment by stitching two pieces together.

Answer 20

Siwalai

Question 21

The shirt traditionally has a round neck and long sleeves and is generally tucked beneath the sarong.

Answer 21

Boromphiman

Question 22

The long-sleeved blouse is usually broad and has a round neck. Known for its textiles and accessories. this traditional dress in Thailand does not require a belt to be worn with it.

Answer 22

Amarin

Question 23

It features a long tube-like skirt and a top. The upper garment also consists of a luxurious shawl wrapped in such a way as to leave one shoulder bare.

Answer 23

Chakkraphat

Question 24

The silk sleeveless dress has a round neck and is generally worn with a belt.

Answer 24

Dusit

Question 25

Also known as Temple of Dawn.

Answer 25

Wat Arun Ratchawararam

Question 26

_______ or ______ has been named after the Hindu God, Aruna or the God of Dawn.

Answer 26

Wat Chaeng, Wat Arun

Question 27

Locally known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is revered as the most sacred Buddhist site in Thailand

Answer 27

Wat phra kaew or Wat Phra Si Rattana Sarsadaram

Question 28

A 102-meteres tall structure with 32 floors, the three towers of the building, which
are Tower A, B and C make up the shape of the
body of the elephant, the right edge displays the
eyes and the tusk.

Answer 28

Elephant tower

Question 29

During the _____________, the
weather is dominated by the southwest monsoon
which brings warm humid air to the country from
the Indian Ocean which results in abundant rain
throughout these months.

Answer 29

wet season (known as reudu fon)

Question 30

The __________________ is most
notable in the north of the country where
temperatures are more changeable throughout
the year.

Answer 30

hot season (known as ruedu ron)

Question 31

The __________ brings a significant
turn in weather conditions with the north-east
monsoon changing the prevailing wind directions.
This brings in cool, dry air resulting in cooler
temperatures and more comfortable humidity.

Answer 31

cool season (ruedu nao)

Question 32

Thailand produces ________,
which is used to make sugar and other
sugar-related products.

Answer 32

sugar cane

Question 33

Thailand is a significant exporter of
_______. These are
used in both domestic and international markets
for consumption and processing.

Answer 33

pineapples

Question 34

_________ is a versatile crop used in Thailand. It’s
used for producing starch, flour, and various food
products, and it plays a vital role in the country’s
agricultural sector.

Answer 34

Cassava

Question 35

Thailand is known for its high quality ______,
particularly Jasmine and Hom Mali.

Answer 35

rice

Question 36

Known as the “King of Fruits, “ _____ is
a unique and aromatic fruit in Thailand.

Answer 36

durian

Question 37

________ is produced in Thailand for cooking oil
and as an ingredient in various food products. It’s
also used in non-food products like cosmetics
and biofuels.

Answer 37

Palm oil

Question 38

5 main flavors of Thai cuisine.

Answer 38

Salty, Sour, Sweet, Spicy and Creamy.

Question 39

Thailand’s noodle dishes were
introduced by Chinese immigrants and arguably,
Pad Thai ranks as the most celebrated all.

Answer 39

Pad Thai

Question 40

One of Thailand’s best-loved traditional
desserts, mango sticky rice is a delicious way to
round-off any Thai meal. Served in the most
upscale restaurants or street food stalls, this
crowd pleaser is a simple dish made with sticky
rice doused in coconut milk and slices of fresh
mango – lashings of sweetened condensed milk
is optional!

Answer 40

KHAO NIAO MAMUANG (MANGO STICKY
RICE)