Southeast Asia
How many countries are there in ASEAN
Ten
What is the longest river in Southeast Asia?
What are some of the agricultural products that SEA countries produce?
Rice, coffee, tea, eggs, seafood and vegetables
What is Singapore's UNESCO heritage site?
Botanic Gardens
What is the capital of Cambodia?
Phnom Penh
What countries does the longest river in SEA flow through?
Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam
What is the world's most expensive coffee known as?
kopi luwak
What is the UNESCO heritage site in Cambodia which is also the 8th wonder of the world?
Angkor Wat
What are monsoons?
They are seasonal winds that blow from different directions at different times of the year.
What are the dangers of living near rivers?
Flooding and water pollution
Which country is one of the world's biggest producers of nutmeg and cloves?
Indonesia
What does UNESCO stand for?
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, is a UN agency that works to build peace through international cooperation in education, science, and culture.
What is the highest mountain in Southeast Asia?
Hkakabo Razi. It is found in Myanmar and stands at 5881metres.
How do people adapt to living near rivers, especially during rainy seasons?
They build houses on stilts.
Name five spices that you know.
Cumin, coriander, cayenne, cardamom, cinnamon, dill, nutmeg, bay leaf, marjoram, clove, allspice, powdered ginger, peppercorns, paprika, star anise, thyme, rosemary, oregano, turmeric, fennel, szechuan peppercorns, poppy seeds, white and black sesame seeds, white and black mustard seeds.
(Any five)
How does tourism help countries?
It brings in income and revenue to the countries, and providing jobs for their people. There can be exchange of cultures and information, resulting in respect for various cultures and people groups.
What does ASEAN stand for?
Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Why are rivers important to people?
They are a source of water and food and are also used for transportation.
What are some economic activities that SEA countries engage in?
agriculture, cottage industries, manufacturing sectors and tourism.
Why is ASEAN set up?
Many coutnries in SEA gained independence after World War II. They saw the need to come together to strengthen their security, economies and relationships. Coming together of countries promote peace and cooperation.