Customs & Traditions
When dining in Italy, you can only ask for one kind of condiment. What is the name of the condiment?
Olive oil
What is the longest river in the world?
Nile River in Africa
If you asked for ‘unagi’ in a Japanese restaurant, what would you get?
Eel, usually grilled
Where is the Eiffel Tower located?
Paris, France
What is happening between Ukraine and Russia now?
Russia has invaded Ukraine and the two countries are in the midst of a war.
In South Korea, you cannot use red ink to write a person’s name. Why?
Red colour symbolizes death in the country.
Which country has the second largest population in the world?
India (China has the largest population)
Sugarcane juice is the national drink of this country.
Pakistan.
Where is the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)?
New York, USA
How have Ukrainians responded to the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
Ukrainians have left their jobs to help defend their country. (tennis star)
In Greece, children throw their teeth onto the roof of their homes. Why do they do this?
This cultural tradition states that if you throw a child’s tooth onto the roof of your home, they will grow in a healthy new tooth. They also believe that this act will bless the family with good luck.
How many time zones does Russia have?
Russia has 11 time zones. It is also the largest country in the world!
Which country produces the most chocolate in the world?
Switzerland!
(they also eat the most chocolate per capita in the world)
Where is the largest outdoor market / bazaar in the world?
Chatuchak Market in Bangkok, Thailand
Name three countries in NATO.
NO HINTS!
Vietnamese people love tortoises. What does the tortoise represent in Vietnam?
They believe that tortoises represent luck and health and that keeping tortoise shells at home will prolong their lives as well.
Which country is home to the most number of volcanos?
Indonesia
Tiramisu is one of the most popular Italian desserts. But what does it mean?
It means 'pick me up'.
Why did the ancient Egyptians build the pyramids?
The pyramids were built as monuments to house the tombs of the pharaohs (ancient kings).
Give one example of a sanction that has been imposed on Russia.
NO HINTS!
1. A ban on the export of dual-use goods - items with both a civilian and military purpose, such as vehicle parts - has been imposed by the UK, EU and US.
2. All Russian flights have been banned from US, UK, EU and Canadian airspace.
3.The UK says it will ban the export of luxury goods to Russia - including vehicles, high-end fashion and art. The EU has already imposed a ban.
4. Economic sanctions placed on wealthy business leaders in Russia (oligarchs).
5. Western countries have frozen the assets of Russia's central bank, to stop it using its $630bn (£470bn) of foreign currency reserves.
In Phra Prang Sam Yot temple in Lopburi, Thailand, a lavish banquet is laid out and a big celebration is held, but not for humans. This banquet is meant for monkeys. Why do they do this?
The feast is held in honour of Lopburi’s thousands of macaques that supposedly bring good luck to the area and its occupants and therefore they are the special guests at this party.
In which country can you visit Machu Picchu?
Peru
Kopi Luwak is the most expensive coffee in the world. Which country does it come from?
Indonesia
The Great Wall of China was built in 220 BC. Why did the Chinese first build the Great Wall of China?
It was built to defend their territory / borders.
What can we, Singaporeans, learn from the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
NO HINTS!
1. Deterrence - We cannot depend on others to protect us. Our military defence acts as a deterrent against aggression from other countries and to defend our national interests.
2. Diplomacy - We continue to maintain good relations with all countries.