Animals
1. What is the national animal of Thailand?
A. King Cobra
B. Gibbon
C. Asian Elephant
D. Tokay Gecko
C. Asian Elephant
1. Why is the lotus flower important in Thai culture?
A. It is used to make tea
B. It symbolizes purity and is used in religious offerings
C. It blooms underwater
D. It only grows in mountains
B. It symbolizes purity and is used in religious offerings
1. What is Bangkok known for?
A. A mix of modern skyscrapers and ancient temples
B. Its peaceful countryside and quiet streets
C. Being the smallest city in Thailand
D. Only having traditional markets
A. A mix of modern skyscrapers and ancient temples
1. What five tastes are balanced in Thai cuisine?
A. Hot, cold, sweet, sour, and bland
B. Sweet, sour, salty, spicy, and bitter
C. Creamy, cheesy, spicy, fruity, and nutty
D. Bitter, buttery, creamy, tangy, and mild
B. Sweet, sour, salty, spicy, and bitter
2. Why are Siamese fighting fish also called “Betta fish”?
A. They are only found in the ocean
B. They have short tails and dull colors
C. They can jump out of the water
D. They are known for their bright fins and fighting behavior
D. They are known for their bright fins and fighting behavior
2. What makes bamboo especially useful in Thailand?
A. It grows flowers all year
B. It’s only used for feeding animals
C. It grows quickly and is used for building, cooking, and crafts
D. It is the main export of Thailand
C. It grows quickly and is used for building, cooking, and crafts
2. How do people celebrate Songkran today?
A. With fireworks in the jungle
B. By flying colorful kites in temples
C. With water fights and temple visits
D. With music and candle lighting only
C. With water fights and temple visits
2. How is sticky rice usually eaten in Northern Thailand?
A. With a spoon and bowl of soup
B. Rolled into balls and eaten with the fingers
C. With milk and sugar for dessert
D. On a stick like a popsicle
B. Rolled into balls and eaten with the fingers
3. What is special about gibbons in Thailand’s rainforests?
A. They are the largest monkeys in Asia
B. They hunt at night and eat insects
C. They swing from trees and sing loudly to mark territory
D. They can’t climb trees
C. They swing from trees and sing loudly to mark territory
3. What fruit is called the “queen of fruits” in Thailand?
A. Banana
B. Papaya
C. Mangosteen
D. Coconut
C. Mangosteen
3. What is a “wat” in Thailand?
A. A famous food dish made with curry
B. A Buddhist temple used for prayer and meditation
C. A festival for elephants
D. A type of street food cart
B. A Buddhist temple used for prayer and meditation
3. Why is Thailand famous for its street food?
A. All street food is only served in the morning
B. It’s fresh, made to order, and often tastier than restaurant food
C. Street food is only for tourists
D. You can only buy drinks and snacks, not meals
B. It’s fresh, made to order, and often tastier than restaurant food
4. What sound does the Tokay gecko make?
A. Hiss
B. “To-kay! To-kay!”
C. Click
D. Chirp
B. “To-kay! To-kay!”
4. What is Thailand’s most important crop?
A. Sugarcane
B. Rice
C. Coffee
D. Corn
B. Rice
4. What makes floating markets special?
A. Vendors sell goods from boats on the water
B. People ride bicycles through gardens
C. Shoppers fly kites over rice fields
D. Farmers grow rice in floating baskets
A. Vendors sell goods from boats on the water
4. What makes Thai food rich in flavor without cream or butter?
A. Herbs and spices like lemongrass and Thai basil
B. Cream cheese and milk
C. Lots of butter and oil
D. Sugar and dairy
A. Herbs and spices like lemongrass and Thai basil
5. Which animal is the world’s longest venomous snake?
A. Rattlesnake
B. Python
C. King Cobra
D. Anaconda
C. King Cobra
5. How are banana leaves used in Thai culture?
A. As blankets
B. To wrap food and make decorations
C. To make tea
D. To feed fish
B. To wrap food and make decorations
5. What is unique about tuk-tuks?
A. They have four doors and seat belts
B. They float on rivers like boats
C. They are three-wheeled taxis that zoom through the streets
D. They are only used for parades
C. They are three-wheeled taxis that zoom through the streets
5. What is fish sauce (nam pla) used for in Thai cooking?
A. To make desserts
B. To fry food in oil
C. To add savory flavor and seasoning
D. To sweeten tea
C. To add savory flavor and seasoning