Know Your History!
Which iconic site in Kuala Lumpur was the Union Jack flag was lowered for the last time in 1957?
Dataran Merdeka
Which Malaysian actress became the first from the country to win an Academy Award in 2023?
Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh
Malaysians often add this particle at the end of sentences to sound more casual or friendly. What is it?
"Lah"
What are Malaysia's two national cars?
Proton and Perodua
The morning of Hari Raya Aidilfitri begins with a special prayer performed at mosques. What is it called?
Solat Sunat Aidilfitri
The formation of Malaysia on 16 September 1963 originally involved 4 partners/countries. What were they?
Malaya, Singapore, Sabah and Sarawak
Who was Malaysia’s first female Olympic medalist who achieved bronze in diving at the 2012 London Games?
Pandalela Rinong
Which car is infamously known for finding itself into bizarre accidents?
Perodua Myvi
The official residence of the King of Malaysia (Yang di-Pertuan Agong) is known as what?
Istana Negara
During Chinese New Year in Malaysia, tossing this colourful salad is believed to bring prosperity. What is this tradition called?
Yee Sang / Prosperity Toss
In 1963, there was a proposal to unite 3 ASEAN countries into a single confederation, which ultimately failed due to the formation of Malaysia. What were the three countries and proposed name?
Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia - Maphilindo
The Malaysia New Ecomic Policy (NEP) was formulated under the National Operations Council (NOC) in 1971, which was formed and chaired under which Prime Minister?
The Second Prime Minister, Tun Abdul Razak
This "exercise" punishment is often given by teachers to students who misbehave. What is it called?
Ketuk ketampi
Which Malaysian island is famous for its UNESCO heritage status and street food capital reputation?
Pulau Pinang
Which festival, celebrated in Sarawak and Sabah, marks the end of the harvest season and is a cultural highlight of East Malaysia?
Gawai Dayak (Sarawak) / Kaamatan (Sabah)
The Anglo-Dutch Treaty of 1824 split the Malay world between these two colonial powers. What were they?
Britain and the Netherlands
In local folklore of the Hang warriors, these two figures are sometimes interchangeable, both remembered as rebels who defied the Sultan of Malacca. Who were they?
Hang Jebat and Hang Kasturi
This iconic phrase, popularised in the 1990s, reflects Malaysia’s spirit of achievement and national pride, is also often used humorously. What is it?
Malaysia Boleh!
Which 4 states do not have Sultans/Yang di-Pertuan Agong?
Melaka, Pulau Pinang, Sabah and Sarawak
Which celebration, known as “Chinese Valentine’s Day” in Malaysia, marks the 15th night of Chinese New Year and is celebrated with lanterns and the tossing of oranges?
Chap Goh Mei
Including Malaysia, what were the 4 names that Malaysia has gone by in its history?
British Malaya - pre-1946
Malayan Union - 1946-1948
Federation of Malaya/Persekutuan Tanah Melayu - 1948-1963
Malaysia - 1967-present
This Perak-born historical freedom fighter was known for his assassination of Perak British Resident, James W. W. Birch in 1875. Who is he?
Dato Maharajalela
This loud firecracker, banned in Malaysia but still secretly played by kids during festive seasons, is made using bamboo. What is it called?
Meriam Buluh
Malaysia is home to one of the oldest rainforests in the world, what is this rainforest called?
Taman Negara, Pahang (130 million years old!)
Which Hindu deity is enshrined in the Batu Caves temple?
Murugan