Tradition/Religion
What Asian religion is the oldest?
Hinduism
Himalayan peak located between Nepal and China and is the highest point on Earth
Mount Everest
What does "kohi" mean in Japanese?
Coffee
PSY, BONUS: Gangnam Style
This country banned the buying, selling, and importation of chewing gum in order to reduce litter and vandalism
Singapore
Many Asian countries use this gesture as a sign of respect, greeting, or apology
Bowing
North and South Korea are divided at the ____ parallel
38th
Where did the word "tycoon" originate from?
Japan ("taikun" meaning "great lord")
Which Studio Ghibli movie is the highest grossing?
Spirited Away
What is the national animal of Laos?
Why is it considered taboo in East Asian countries to stick chopsticks upright in rice?
It mimics funeral rituals, death/bad luck, or disrespectfully stabbing the food (Answers along these lines work)
What is the smallest country in Asia?
Maldives
What does the name "Hong Kong" (香港) mean in English?
Fragrant Harbor
Starring in 80+ films and maintaining massive popularity, this person is known as the "King of Bollywood"
Shah Rukh Khan/SRK (either are acceptable)
The country Burma changed its name in 1989 to move away from its colonial past and promote inclusivity. What is the country named now?
Myanmar
A Korean tradition on a child's first birthday where they chose an item to predict their future
Dol Ceremony, Doljanchi (either are acceptable)
How many countries are in Asia?
48
42,000 (acceptable range of 38,000-44,000)
Name 4 martial arts
Example answers: Kung Fu, Wushu, Tai Chi, Karate, Judo, Aikido, Jujutsu, Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Sumo Wrestling, Bokh, Bokator, Lethwei, Vovinam (Fact check if not included in list)
What Asian country has a nearly identical flag to Monaco (country in Europe)?
Indonesia
Despite being thousands of miles from the Middle East, this country is home to the largest Muslim population
Indonesia
This Central Asian country is the world's largest landlocked nation
Kazakhstan
Name 2 English words that were taken from Indian languages
Answers may include: shampoo, pajamas, bungalow, juggernaut, avatar, bangle, cheetah, guru, loot, yoga, bandana, cot (Fact check answers if not on list)
This app is considered to be a "jack-of-all-trades" or "Super App," as it has messaging, social media, payments, and mini-programs in one app
Bhutan (Capital: Thimphu)