Food and Drink
Language and Literature
Family History
Sports
100
Originally introduced by the British in Sri Lanka the 19th century and now famous worldwide for its rich flavor.
What is Ceylon tea?
100
This term, referring to a happy or beneficial discovery made by chance comes from the old Persian name for Sri Lanka.
What is serendipity?
100
Amara's Mom's family were known for this art form, which produces melodies and lyrics?
What is singing?
100
Malaysia's most popular racquet sport.
What is badminton?
200
This spicy soup, popular in Malaysia is often made with coconut milk, shrimp and spices.
What is laksa (curry soup)?
200
This Malaysian actress, known for her roles in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Everything Everywhere All At Once, recently won the Best Actress Oscar.
Who is Michelle Yeoh?
200
The 1976 Immigration Act emphasized this type of immigration that resulted in Amara's mother moving to Canada.
What is family reunification/family class?
200
Sri Lanka won the World Cup in 1996 for this sport imported by the British.
What is cricket?
300
Galangal, while often mistaken for ginger, has this distinct taste that sets it apart.
What is citrus?
300
Unlike many other languages, Malay does not have these common grammatical features, making it one of the easiest languages to learn.
What are verb conjugations and gendered pronouns?
Examples:
Dia makan laksa.
Dia sudah makan laksa.
Dia akan makan laksa.
300
Despite Amara not acquiring skills in this area, her father's side of the family was especially known for working in what industry in Sri Lanka?
What is finance?
400
This Sri Lankan dish consists of thin, steamed rice flour noodles formed in nests and is often served with curry or coconut sambal.
What are string hoppers?
400
Famous Sri Lankan-Canadian writer Michael Ondaatje wrote this Booker Prize-winning novel which was later turned into an Oscar-winning film.
What is The English Patient?
400
The Amath side of Amara's family has a dedication to them in an Indonesian museum reporting that the family was known for what in history.
What are royalty? What are political refugees?