Culture + Tradition
Māgha Pūjā is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in this Southeast Asian country that borders Myanmar, Laos, Malaysia, and Cambodia.
What is Thailand?
Similar to an egg roll it is so named because it’s traditionally served on the first day of the new year
Spring roll
Besides English, another national language is spoken by the people of the Philippines. Synonymous to "Filipino," what is the technical name for this language?
Tagalog
This Utah native did his best and hit a record 6 quadruple jumps in his long form program, which vaulted him back into a respectable 5th place. This Chinese-American figure skater closed out his 2018 season on a high note with a win at a Skate America event in Everett, Wash.
Nathan Chen
Name this language: 我喜欢你的狗
What famous Indian leader’s birthday is celebrated on October 2?
Who is Mahatma Gandhi?
Korean barbecue often refers to this 7-letter dish of thinly slice beef that marinated and grilled
Bulgogi
"Hanbok" is a traditional dress from what Asian country or countries?
Korea(s)
Japanese tennis player; she beat Serena Williams in the 2018 US Open.
Naomi Osaka
Name this language: Tôi thích con chó của bạn
Vietnamese
You are expected to tip this percentage of your bill in China, Korea, Mongolia, Japan, and Kazakhstan.
Zero percent
These japanese noodles made from buckwheat can be served cold with wasabi or hot with topping like tempura and mochi
Soba
Three of the top four economies in the world are in Asia. What are they?
China, Japan, and India
Taiwanese-American professional basketball player who last played for the Beijing Ducks of the Chinese Basketball Association. First signed with Golden State Warriors in 2010. Played for Knicks, Rockets, Lakers, and Raptors. Named to the Time 100 as one of the most influential people in the world.
Jeremy Lin
Name this language: ผมชอบสุนัขของคุณ
Thai
This South Asian country is said to have been the birthplace of Siddhārtha Gautama.
Nepal
Bun bo hue, a spicy meat and noodle soup, is a specialty of this country
Viet Nam
What Asian country is the largest exporter of rice?
Thailand
The youngest woman to win an Olympic snowboarding gold medal when she won gold in the women's snowboard halfpipe at 17 years old at 2018 Winter Olympics. Included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2018.
Chloe Kim
Name this language: Gusto ko ang iyong aso
Filipino (Tagalog)
One philosophical question of this belief system asks if fish are happy. This Asian belief system, which translates to “The Way,” emphasises rigid rituals and social order.
Daoism
An asian dish that is a fertilized bird egg which is incubated for a period of 14 to 21 days; an egg with a dead baby bird in it.
Balut
California rolls are undoubtedly one of the most popular forms of sushi. What are the five main ingredients found in it? (100 pts per correct ingredient). Bonus: +100 pts if you can name the place where it was invented!
Rice, seaweed, crab meat, cucumbers, and avocado. Bonus answer - Vancouver, Canada!
Professional Asian-American golfer, tied for first in PGA Tour wins and ranks second in men's major championships and also holds numerous golf records. Widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers, and one of the most famous athletes of all time. Graduated from Stanford and was awarded PGA Player of the Year a record of 11 times. The 4th golfer to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Tiger Woods
Name this language: मुझे आपका कुत्ता पसंद आया
Hindi