Geography
Thailand was previously known as Siam.
True
The name was changed in 1939 to Thailand (‘Land of the Free’).
Siamese cats are the National animals of Thailand.
False
The Thai elephant (chang Thai) is the national animal of Thailand and has played an important part in the country’s history. National Thai Elephant Day is celebrated annually on March 13.
The current Thai year is 2567 BE, which is 543 years ahead of the Western or Gregorian calendar year (2026)
False
Thailand is 543 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar, so the year 2026 corresponds to Thai 2569.
Jackfruit is known as the King of Fruit
False
It is Durian
Thailand was never colonized by Europeans
Thailand (formerly Siam) is famously the only Southeast Asian country never formally colonized by European powers, maintaining independence through smart diplomacy as a neutral buffer state between British and French colonies .
Name the colors of the National Flag of Thailand
The colors of Thailand’s flag are red, white and blue. Red represents the people, white represents religion and blue is for the monarchy.
Asian Water Monitors are venomous
True
Monitors are venomous, but their venom is not strong enough to kill humans, only small animals.
Thai people are given official names which are often long and complicated.
True
Instead of their long formal name, a nickname (‘chue len’) is given to them at birth and this is commonly used instead. Sometimes it’s a contraction of their formal name, but it may just be a random short name the parents like.
Red Bull is a Thai brand and company.
False
Being an Austrian company today, Red Bull is based on the drink known as Krating Daeng, which was introduced in Thailand in the 1970s.
The Thai alphabet has around 76 characters - 44 consonants and 32 vowels (if we multiple 16 vowels and 4 tones).
True
Bangkok means "the City of the King" in Thai
False
The name Bangkok comes from the location where King Rama 1 established the new capital of Siam. However, Thai people also use the name "Krung Thep" - "City of Angels".
There are different types of hummingbirds (colibri) in Thailand
False
There are no hummingbirds in Thailand (they are native only to America). Sunbirds and Hummingbird Moths are often mistaken for hummingbirds due to their size, fast-moving and nectar-feeding.
In Thai culture, each day of the week is associated with a particular color.
True.
Monday: yellow
Tuesday: pink
Wednesday: green
Thursday: orange
Friday: blue
Saturday: purple
Sunday: red
Pad Thai is a dish invented by the King during World War I.
False
Thailand’s national dish has an interesting history. It came into being during World War II at a time when Thailand had problems with rice. With rice prices going up, the Prime Minister of Thailand decided to make a noodle-based national dish. Rice noodles and a few other essential ingredients were combined and then stir-fried resulting in Pad Thai.
It’s illegal to drive shirtless in Thailand
True
There are 77 provinces in Thailand
True
This includes 76 provinces — which are similar to counties and known in Thai as changwat — plus Bangkok as a special administrative area.
In the National Park of Thailand you can find the biggest flower in the world.
True
It is in the unique ecosystem of Khao Sok National Park where you can find the Rafflesia. Varieties of this tropical plant are the largest flower in the world and can grow up to 90cm in diameter and weigh 7kg. It smells like a bad meat.
What is the name of a holiday in Thailand which is popular for water fights. It is also called the Thai New Year.
Songkran
Songkran is on 13-15th of April. It symbolizes cleansing, renewal, and welcoming the New Year with open arms and a fresh spirit.
What is Sang Som?
It is an alcoholic drink made from sugarcane
Bangkok is the world’s hottest capital city in Asia
True
Frequently listed as the world's hottest city by mean average (around 28°C/82°F) and Asia's hottest capital, noted for its high humidity.
Name 4 countries that share land borders
Thailand shares land borders with four neighboring countries: Myanmar (west/northwest), Laos (east/northeast), Cambodia (southeast), and Malaysia (south)
Look at the picture and say the name of the tree, which symbolizes immortality in Hinduism.
Banyan
This tree is well-known for its unique growth, forming roots that become secondary trunks.
In Thailand 21-year-old-men have a Military Lottery. Each man draws a card from a box: a red card means two years of military service, while a blue card grants exemption.
False
A black card signifies exemption from military service. Drawing a red card leads to military service, lasting up to 2 years.
What is Som Tam?
Green papaya salad, made from shredded unripe papaya.
What is there on the back of the coins?
1) The Queen
2) Temples
3) Elephants
4) The Flag
Thai baht coins feature images of Bangkok’s famous temples on their backs.