Thailand

Question 1

Who was the first king of the Chakri dynasty, the current ruling dynasty since 1782?

Answer 1

King Rama I

Question 2

Which Thai king is credited with modernizing Thailand in the late 19th century?

Answer 2

King Chulalongkorn (Rama V)

Question 3

When did Thailand transition from absolute monarchy to constitutional monarchy?

Answer 3

1932

Question 4

What was the previous name of Thailand before it was changed in 1939?

Answer 4

Siam

Question 5

Was Thailand a colony?

Answer 5

No, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country that was never colonized by any European country

Question 6

Who is the current king of Thailand?

Answer 6

King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X)

Question 7

How many square kilometers big is Thailand?

Answer 7

513,000 square kilometers

Question 8

What is the approximate population of Thailand?

Answer 8

Around 70 million

Question 9

What is the largest island in Thailand?

Answer 9

Phuket

Question 11

What is the highest mountain in Thailand, and how high is it?

Answer 11

Doi Inthanon (2,565 meters high)

Question 12

What body of water lies to the east of Thailand?

Answer 12

Gulf of Thailand

Question 13

What river flows through Bangkok?

Answer 13

Chao Phraya River

Question 14

What is the capital city of Thailand?

Answer 14

Bangkok

Question 15

How many peole live in Bangkok?

Answer 15

11 million

Question 16

Which is the second largest city in Thailand, and how is it also know as?

Answer 16

Chiang Mai, also known as the “Rose of the North”

Question 17

What percentage of Thailand’s population is ethnic Thai?

Answer 17

Approximately 95%

Question 18

What is the official language of Thailand?

Answer 18

Thai

Question 19

What is the name of the festival in Thailand that marks the Thai New Year?

Answer 19

Songkran

Question 20

When is the start of the Thai New Year?

Answer 20

On April 13

Question 21

What is the traditional Thai dance form called?

Answer 21

Khon

Question 22

What is the traditional Thai martial art known as?

Answer 22

Muay Thai

Question 23

What is the name of the traditional Thai dress worn by women?

Answer 23

Chut Thai

Question 24

What is the main religion practiced in Thailand?

Answer 24

Buddhism

Question 25

What is the currency of Thailand?

Answer 25

Thai Bath (THB)

Question 26

How much are 100 THB (Thai Baht) in EUR?

Answer 26

Around 2,50 EUR

Question 27

What is Thailand's main export product?

Answer 27

Electronics

Question 28

Which sector is a major contributor to Bangkok’s economy?

Answer 28

Tourism

Question 29

What is Thailand's largest agricultural product?

Answer 29

Rice

Question 30

What is the approximate income per capita in Thailand?

Answer 30

Around USD 7,000

Question 31

What is the name of the famous Thai street food dish made with stir-fried noodles?

Answer 31

Pad Thai

Question 32

What is the name of the floating market in Bangkok popular with tourists?

Answer 32

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Question 33

Which temple in Bangkok houses the Reclining Buddha statue?

Answer 33

Wat Pho

Question 34

What is the name of the famous street in Bangkok known for its nightlife?

Answer 34

Khao San Road

Question 35

What is the name of the traditional Thai massage technique?

Answer 35

Nuad Thai

Question 36

Which Bangkok market is famous for its large size and variety of goods?

Answer 36

Chatuchak Weekend Market

Question 37

What is the name of the river market where vendors sell goods from boats?

Answer 37

Amphawa Floating Market

Question 38

What is the name of the world-famous temple complex located in Bangkok?

Answer 38

Wat Arun

Question 39

What is the name of the traditional Thai greeting involving a slight bow?

Answer 39

Wai

Question 40

Which fruit is known as the “King of Fruits” in Thailand?

Answer 40

Durian

Question 41

What is the name of the traditional Thai boat used for transportation?

Answer 41

Long-tail boat

Question 42

What is the name of the traditional Thai dessert made with sticky rice and mango?

Answer 42

Khao Niew Mamuang

Question 43

How do you say "Thank You" in Thailand?

Answer 43

Khakhun

Question 44

How do you say "You are welcome" in Thailand?

Answer 44

Yin-niii